How to Pronounce "phosphates"
word
ˈfɑsfeɪts
FAHS-fayts
fˈɒsfeɪts
FOS-fayts
Definition
Phosphates are chemical compounds containing the element phosphorus, often used in fertilizers, food additives, and cleaning products.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɑsfeɪts
British English
fˈɒsfeɪts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FAHS-fayts
UK
FOS-fayts
Listen in Context
Farmers use phosphates to help plants grow faster.
Some soft drinks contain phosphates as additives.
Too many phosphates in water can harm fish.
The lake turned green because of excess phosphates from farms.