How to Pronounce "epsilon"
word
ˈɛpsəˌɫɑn
EP-suh-lahn
ˈɛpsɪlən
EP-sil-uhn
Definition
Epsilon is the fifth letter of the Greek alphabet. In mathematics and science, it is often used to represent a very small quantity or value.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɛpsəˌɫɑn
British English
ˈɛpsɪlən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EP-suh-lahn
UK
EP-sil-uhn
Listen in Context
The symbol epsilon comes from the Greek alphabet.
In calculus, we often use epsilon to mean a very small number.
Epsilon is written as 'ε' in Greek.
If the result is less than epsilon, we can ignore the difference.