How to Pronounce "luminescence"
word
ˌɫuməˈnɛsəns
loo-muh-NES-uhns
lˌuːmɪnˈɛsəns
loo-min-ES-uhns
Definition
Luminescence is light produced by a substance that is not a result of heat, but comes from chemical, biological, or physical processes.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɫuməˈnɛsəns
British English
lˌuːmɪnˈɛsəns
Simplified Pronunciation
US
loo-muh-NES-uhns
UK
loo-min-ES-uhns
Listen in Context
Some jellyfish show luminescence in dark water.
The scientist studied the luminescence of minerals.
Fireflies are famous for their natural luminescence.
After turning off the lights, a soft luminescence from the glowing stars remained on the ceiling.