How to Pronounce "hypochlorite"
word
ˌhaɪpoʊˈklɔːraɪt
hy-poh-KLOR-ite
hˌaɪpəʊklˈɔːɹaɪt
hy-poh-KLAW-rite
Definition
A hypochlorite is a chemical compound that contains the hypochlorite ion (ClO-), often used as a disinfectant or bleaching agent in cleaning products.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌhaɪpoʊˈklɔːraɪt
British English
hˌaɪpəʊklˈɔːɹaɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hy-poh-KLOR-ite
UK
hy-poh-KLAW-rite
Listen in Context
Hypochlorite is used to disinfect drinking water.
The cleaner contains hypochlorite for killing germs.
Doctors sometimes use hypochlorite to clean wounds.
You should be careful using hypochlorite—it can damage fabrics if not diluted.