How to Pronounce "radiation"
word
/ˌɹeɪdiˈeɪʃən/
ray-dee-AY-shuhn
/ɹˌeɪdɪˈeɪʃən/
ray-dee-AY-shuhn
Definition
Radiation is energy that travels through space or through a material, often as waves or tiny particles. It can come from the sun, medical equipment, or radioactive substances, and some types can be harmful in high amounts.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɹeɪdiˈeɪʃən/
British English
/ɹˌeɪdɪˈeɪʃən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ray-dee-AY-shuhn
UK
ray-dee-AY-shuhn
Listen in Context
Too much radiation can be dangerous.
The doctor explained the radiation treatment.
The sun gives off radiation every day.
They checked the area for radiation after the accident.