How to Pronounce "ionic"
word
ˌaɪˈɑnɪk
eye-AH-nik
aɪˈɒnɪk
eye-ON-ik
Definition
Relating to ions or made up of ions, especially used to describe a type of chemical bond (ionic bond) where atoms transfer electrons.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌaɪˈɑnɪk
British English
aɪˈɒnɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
eye-AH-nik
UK
eye-ON-ik
Listen in Context
Table salt is an ionic compound.
An ionic bond forms when atoms transfer electrons.
Sodium and chlorine create an ionic link.
Because of its ionic properties, salt dissolves easily in water.