How to Pronounce "turbines"
word
ˈtɝbaɪnz
TUR-bynz
tˈɜːbaɪnz
TUR-bynz
Definition
Machines with rotating parts that use air, water, steam, or gas to produce energy, often used to generate electricity or power engines.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɝbaɪnz
British English
tˈɜːbaɪnz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TUR-bynz
UK
TUR-bynz
Listen in Context
The power plant uses turbines to make electricity.
Wind turbines are built in fields and on hills.
Engineers maintain the turbines every month.
During storms, some wind turbines automatically shut off for safety.