How to Pronounce "atomic"
word
/əˈtɑmɪk/
uh-TAH-mik
/ɐtˈɒmɪk/
uh-TO-mik
Definition
Relating to atoms, the basic units of matter. Often used to describe things involving atomic energy, atomic structure, or atomic bombs.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈtɑmɪk/
British English
/ɐtˈɒmɪk/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-TAH-mik
UK
uh-TO-mik
Listen in Context
An atomic bomb is extremely powerful.
Scientists study atomic structure to understand matter.
Atomic energy is used to generate electricity in some countries.
The discovery of the atomic nucleus changed science forever.