How to Pronounce "isotope"

word

ˈaɪsəˌtoʊp

EYE-suh-tohp

ˈaɪsətˌəʊp

EYE-suh-tohp

Definition

An isotope is a form of a chemical element that has the same number of protons but a different number of neutrons. Different isotopes of an element have slightly different properties and may be stable or radioactive.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈaɪsəˌtoʊp

British English

ˈaɪsətˌəʊp

Simplified Pronunciation

EYE-suh-tohp

Listen in Context

Carbon-14 is a well-known isotope used in dating ancient objects.

Every element has more than one isotope.

Scientists study the isotopes of hydrogen to understand stars.

Did you know that water can contain different isotopes of oxygen?