How to Pronounce "ions"
word
ˈaɪˌɑnz/, /ˈaɪənz
EYE-ahnz or EYE-uhnz
ˈaɪɒnz
EYE-onz
Definition
Ions are atoms or molecules that have an electric charge because they have lost or gained one or more electrons.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈaɪˌɑnz/, /ˈaɪənz
British English
ˈaɪɒnz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EYE-ahnz or EYE-uhnz
UK
EYE-onz
Listen in Context
Salt water contains many ions.
Ions can have a positive or negative charge.
The human body depends on ions like sodium and potassium.
When you dissolve salt in water, ions form instantly.