How to Pronounce "fluorocarbons"
word
ˌfɫɔɹoʊˈkɑɹbənz/, /ˌfɫʊɹoʊˈkɑɹbənz
FLOR-oh-KAR-bunz
flˈɔːɹəkˌɑːbənz
flaw-ruh-KAH-bunz
Definition
Fluorocarbons are chemical compounds made mostly of fluorine and carbon atoms. They are often used in refrigeration, air conditioning, and aerosol sprays, but can harm the environment.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌfɫɔɹoʊˈkɑɹbənz/, /ˌfɫʊɹoʊˈkɑɹbənz
British English
flˈɔːɹəkˌɑːbənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FLOR-oh-KAR-bunz
UK
flaw-ruh-KAH-bunz
Listen in Context
Fluorocarbons are used in refrigerators to help with cooling.
Air conditioners sometimes contain fluorocarbons.
Fluorocarbons can harm the ozone layer.
Some countries have banned fluorocarbons to protect the environment.