How to Pronounce "electrons"
word
/ˌɪˈɫɛktɹɑnz/
ih-LEK-tronz
/ɪlˈɛktɹɒnz/
ih-LEK-tronz
Definition
Electrons are tiny particles with a negative electric charge that move around the nucleus of an atom.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɪˈɫɛktɹɑnz/
British English
/ɪlˈɛktɹɒnz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ih-LEK-tronz
UK
ih-LEK-tronz
Listen in Context
Electrons move around the nucleus of an atom.
Electrons have a negative electric charge.
When electrons flow, they create electricity.
You can't see electrons with your eyes—they're too small.