How to Pronounce "nitrogen"
word
ˈnaɪtɹədʒən
NY-treh-juhn
nˈaɪtɹədʒən
NY-treh-juhn
Definition
Nitrogen is a colorless, tasteless, and odorless gas that makes up about 78% of the Earth's atmosphere. It is an important element for all living things and is used widely in science and industry.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnaɪtɹədʒən
British English
nˈaɪtɹədʒən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NY-treh-juhn
UK
NY-treh-juhn
Listen in Context
Nitrogen is the most common gas in the air we breathe.
Plants need nitrogen to grow well.
Liquid nitrogen is extremely cold.
They used nitrogen to freeze the flowers for the experiment.