How to Pronounce "polythene"
word
ˈpɑlɪˌθin
PAH-li-theen
pˈɒlɪθˌiːn
POL-i-theen
Definition
A lightweight, flexible plastic material commonly used in packaging, especially for bags and plastic sheets. It is another word for polyethylene.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɑlɪˌθin
British English
pˈɒlɪθˌiːn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAH-li-theen
UK
POL-i-theen
Listen in Context
We keep vegetables in a polythene bag.
Polythene is used to make plastic sheets for packaging.
Do not burn polythene bags.
I always reuse polythene bags when I go shopping.