How to Pronounce "nucleus"
word
ˈnukɫiəs
NOO-klee-uhs
njˈuːklɪəs
NYOO-klee-uhs
Definition
The central part of a cell that contains genetic material. Also, the central or most important part of something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnukɫiəs
British English
njˈuːklɪəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NOO-klee-uhs
UK
NYOO-klee-uhs
Listen in Context
The nucleus is found in the center of the cell.
The DNA is stored in the nucleus.
An atom has a nucleus at its center.
A small nucleus of students started the club, and it grew from there.