How to Pronounce "gauss"
word
ˈɡaʊs
GOWS
ɡˈaʊs
g-OWS
Definition
A gauss is a unit used to measure magnetic field strength, primarily in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system. It is named after the German mathematician and physicist Carl Friedrich Gauss.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡaʊs
British English
ɡˈaʊs
Simplified Pronunciation
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GOWS
UK
g-OWS
Listen in Context
The magnet has a strength of 2000 gauss.
One tesla equals 10,000 gauss.
Earth's magnetic field is about 0.5 gauss.
This sensor can detect changes as small as a few gauss.