How to pronounce nucleation
Say it like noo-klee-AY-shun. Nucleation has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (AY).
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- noo
- klee
- AY
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nucleation pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- nooGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- kleeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- AYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- shunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of nucleation
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: nyoo-klee-AY-shun.
What does nucleation mean?
- The first stage of a phase transition in a small region.
- The formation of cell nuclei.
Words that rhyme with nucleation
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Questions about saying nucleation
How do you pronounce nucleation?
Say noo-klee-AY-shun. The American pronunciation is /ˌnukliˈeɪʃən/. In British English it is /ˌnjuːkliˈeɪʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nucleation?
Nucleation has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (AY). Broken into parts: noo · klee · AY · shun.
Is nucleation pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ˌnjuːkliˈeɪʃən/ (nyoo-klee-AY-shun).