How to Pronounce "thorium"
word
ˈθɑɹiəm
THOR-ee-um
θˈɔːɹiəm
THAW-ree-um
Definition
Thorium is a soft, silvery-white radioactive metal that is used as a potential fuel in nuclear reactors and is found naturally in rocks and soils.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈθɑɹiəm
British English
θˈɔːɹiəm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
THOR-ee-um
UK
THAW-ree-um
Listen in Context
Thorium is a chemical element.
Thorium is used in some kinds of nuclear reactors.
You can find thorium in rocks and soil.
Scientists are exploring thorium as a safer alternative for nuclear power.