How to Pronounce "hydrocarbons"
word
ˌhaɪdɹoʊˈkɑɹbənz
hy-droh-KAR-bunz
hˈaɪdɹəkˌɑːbənz
hy-druh-KAH-bunz
Definition
Hydrocarbons are chemical compounds made up only of hydrogen and carbon atoms. They are commonly found in fuels such as oil and gas.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌhaɪdɹoʊˈkɑɹbənz
British English
hˈaɪdɹəkˌɑːbənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hy-droh-KAR-bunz
UK
hy-druh-KAH-bunz
Listen in Context
Oil and gas are made up of hydrocarbons.
Hydrocarbons are found in many fuels.
Burning hydrocarbons releases energy.
Many cars still use fuel made from hydrocarbons, even as electric cars become popular.