How to Pronounce "coefficients"
word
ˌkoʊəˈfɪʃənts
koh-uh-FISH-uhnts
kˌəʊɪfˈɪʃənts
koh-if-ISH-uhnts
Definition
Coefficients are numbers or symbols placed in front of variables in mathematical expressions, showing how much the variable is multiplied by. They are commonly used in algebra and equations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌkoʊəˈfɪʃənts
British English
kˌəʊɪfˈɪʃənts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
koh-uh-FISH-uhnts
UK
koh-if-ISH-uhnts
Listen in Context
In the equation 3x + 2, the numbers 3 and 2 are coefficients.
The coefficients help determine the solution of the equation.
You need to multiply the variable by its coefficient.
When solving for x, watch out for negative coefficients.