How to Pronounce "methanol"
word
ˈmɛθəˌnɑɫ
METH-uh-nawl
mˈɛθɐnˌɒl
METH-uh-nol
Definition
Methanol is a colorless, flammable liquid used mainly as an industrial solvent, fuel, or antifreeze, but it is poisonous to humans if consumed.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɛθəˌnɑɫ
British English
mˈɛθɐnˌɒl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
METH-uh-nawl
UK
METH-uh-nol
Listen in Context
Methanol is used as an industrial solvent.
Never drink methanol; it is very poisonous.
Cars can use methanol as a type of fuel.
If methanol is swallowed, it can cause blindness or death.