How to Pronounce "convection"
word
kənˈvɛkʃən
kuhn-VEK-shuhn
kənvˈɛkʃən
kuhn-VEK-shuhn
Definition
Convection is the process in which heat moves through a liquid or gas, carried by the movement of the fluid itself. It often explains how heat rises or circulates in the air or water.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˈvɛkʃən
British English
kənvˈɛkʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-VEK-shuhn
UK
kuhn-VEK-shuhn
Listen in Context
Convection helps move warm air up to the ceiling in a room.
Water boils faster because of convection.
A convection oven cooks food more evenly.
You can actually feel the convection when standing near a heater.