How to Pronounce "borax"
word
ˈbɔˌɹæks
BOR-aks
bˈɔːɹæks
BAW-raks
Definition
A white, powdery mineral, borax is used in cleaning products, making glass, and sometimes in crafts or laboratory work.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɔˌɹæks
British English
bˈɔːɹæks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOR-aks
UK
BAW-raks
Listen in Context
We used borax to make slime in science class.
Borax is found in some laundry detergents.
They bought a box of borax for cleaning.
If you mix borax with water, it can help remove tough stains.