How to Pronounce "cyclotron"
word
ˈsaɪkɫətɹɑn
SY-kluh-tron
sˈaɪklətɹˌɒn
SY-kluh-tron
Definition
A cyclotron is a type of machine that uses a magnetic field to make tiny charged particles move in circles and gain energy, often used in physics research and medicine.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsaɪkɫətɹɑn
British English
sˈaɪklətɹˌɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SY-kluh-tron
UK
SY-kluh-tron
Listen in Context
A cyclotron accelerates charged particles to high speeds.
The hospital uses a cyclotron to make medical isotopes.
A scientist explained how a cyclotron works.
They built a new cyclotron at the research institute last year.