How to Pronounce "chlorine"
word
ˈkɫɔɹin
KLOR-een
klˈɔːɹiːn
kl-AW-reen
Definition
Chlorine is a greenish-yellow chemical element often used to disinfect water, especially in swimming pools and drinking water, and also in making cleaning products.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɫɔɹin
British English
klˈɔːɹiːn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KLOR-een
UK
kl-AW-reen
Listen in Context
The pool smells like chlorine.
We use chlorine to keep the water clean.
Too much chlorine can hurt your eyes.
Some people are sensitive to chlorine in tap water.