How to Pronounce "nuclear"
word
/ˈnukɫiɝ/
NOO-klee-ur
/njˈuːkliə/
NYOO-klee-uh
Definition
Related to the nucleus of an atom or to energy and weapons produced by atomic reactions. It can also mean related to the central or most important part of something in technical contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈnukɫiɝ/
British English
/njˈuːkliə/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NOO-klee-ur
UK
NYOO-klee-uh
Listen in Context
This country uses nuclear energy to make electricity.
They are building a new nuclear plant near the coast.
People worry about nuclear weapons.
After the accident, public trust in nuclear power dropped fast.