How to Pronounce "nitrate"
word
ˈnaɪˌtɹeɪt
NYE-trayt
nˈaɪtɹeɪt
NYE-trayt
Definition
Nitrate is a chemical compound containing nitrogen and oxygen, often found in fertilizers, food preservatives, and naturally in soil and water.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnaɪˌtɹeɪt
British English
nˈaɪtɹeɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NYE-trayt
UK
NYE-trayt
Listen in Context
Farmers use nitrate as a fertilizer to help plants grow.
High nitrate levels in water can be harmful to health.
Some processed meats contain added nitrate as a preservative.
They tested the soil and found a lot of nitrate, which explained the strong plant growth.