How to Pronounce "ion"
word
ˈaɪˌɑn/, /ˈaɪən
EYE-on or EYE-uhn
ˈaɪɒn
EYE-on
Definition
An ion is an atom or molecule that has a positive or negative electrical charge because it has gained or lost electrons.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈaɪˌɑn/, /ˈaɪən
British English
ˈaɪɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EYE-on or EYE-uhn
UK
EYE-on
Listen in Context
A sodium atom becomes an ion when it loses one electron.
Table salt is made from the ions sodium and chloride.
An ion can have a positive or negative charge.
In water, some compounds break apart into ions.