How to Pronounce "asymmetry"
word
ˌeɪˈsɪmətɹi
ay-SIM-uh-tree
eɪsˈɪmətɹi
ay-SIM-uh-tree
Definition
A lack of symmetry; when two sides or parts of something do not match or are not the same in shape, size, or arrangement.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌeɪˈsɪmətɹi
British English
eɪsˈɪmətɹi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ay-SIM-uh-tree
UK
ay-SIM-uh-tree
Listen in Context
The butterfly has asymmetry in its wings.
Doctors checked for asymmetry in the child's face.
There is asymmetry in the two paintings.
The architect designed the building with intentional asymmetry to make it unique.