How to Pronounce "pascal"
word
pæˈskæɫ
pa-SKAL
pˈæskəl
PAS-kuhl
Definition
A pascal is a unit used to measure pressure, named after the scientist Blaise Pascal. It is used in science, engineering, and weather reports to describe how much force is applied over a certain area.
IPA Transcription
American English
pæˈskæɫ
British English
pˈæskəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pa-SKAL
UK
PAS-kuhl
Listen in Context
One pascal is a very small unit of pressure.
The tire pressure is measured in pascals.
A weather report can mention the air pressure in pascals.
Scientists often use pascals when talking about pressure in experiments.