How to Pronounce "hydroelectric"
word
ˌhaɪdɹoʊɪˈɫɛktɹɪk
hy-droh-i-LEK-trik
hˌaɪdɹəʊlˈɛktɹɪk
hy-druh-oh-LEK-trik
Definition
Relating to electricity that is produced using the energy of moving water, especially from rivers or dams.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌhaɪdɹoʊɪˈɫɛktɹɪk
British English
hˌaɪdɹəʊlˈɛktɹɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hy-droh-i-LEK-trik
UK
hy-druh-oh-LEK-trik
Listen in Context
A hydroelectric plant produces energy from flowing water.
Many countries use hydroelectric power to supply electricity.
The dam was built for hydroelectric power generation.
They’re planning to expand the hydroelectric capacity of the region.