How to Pronounce "density"
word
/ˈdɛnsəti/, /ˈdɛnsɪti/
DEN-suh-tee
/dˈɛnsɪti/
DEN-si-tee
Definition
Density is the amount of matter in a certain space, often used in science to show how tightly packed something is. It can also refer to how many people or things are in a given area.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdɛnsəti/, /ˈdɛnsɪti/
British English
/dˈɛnsɪti/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DEN-suh-tee
UK
DEN-si-tee
Listen in Context
The density of water is about one gram per cubic centimeter.
This city has a high population density.
Oil has less density than water.
If you squeeze the foam, you increase its density.