How to Pronounce "pion"
word
ˈpaɪˌɑn
PY-ahn
pɪˈɒn
pi-ON
Definition
A pion is a type of subatomic particle involved in holding together the parts of an atomic nucleus; it is important in nuclear physics.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpaɪˌɑn
British English
pɪˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PY-ahn
UK
pi-ON
Listen in Context
A pion is smaller than a proton.
Scientists study the behavior of the pion.
The pion was discovered in the 20th century.
Without the pion, atomic nuclei would not stay together.