How to Pronounce "aluminium"
word
ˌæɫˈjumɪnəm/, /əˈɫumɪnəm
al-YOO-mi-num
ˌæljʊmˈɪniəm
al-yuh-MIN-ee-um
Definition
A light, silver-colored metal that is used to make cans, foil, and many household objects because it doesn't rust easily.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌæɫˈjumɪnəm/, /əˈɫumɪnəm
British English
ˌæljʊmˈɪniəm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
al-YOO-mi-num
UK
al-yuh-MIN-ee-um
Listen in Context
The window frame is made from aluminium.
We use aluminium foil to wrap food.
Cans are often made of aluminium.
Do you have any aluminium foil? I need some for baking.