How to Pronounce "permanganate"
word
pərˈmæŋɡəˌneɪt
per-MANG-guh-nayt
pˈɜːmənɡˌæneɪt
pur-MUHN-gan-ayt
Definition
Permanganate is a chemical compound that contains the manganate(VII) ion, often used as a disinfectant or in chemical reactions. It is typically seen as a purple or dark-colored powder or solution.
IPA Transcription
American English
pərˈmæŋɡəˌneɪt
British English
pˈɜːmənɡˌæneɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
per-MANG-guh-nayt
UK
pur-MUHN-gan-ayt
Listen in Context
Scientists added permanganate to the water for the experiment.
Permanganate is often purple in color.
Hospitals use permanganate solutions to clean wounds.
We had to handle the permanganate with gloves because it stains your skin easily.