How to Pronounce "rotenone"
word
ˈroʊtəˌnoʊn
ROH-tuh-nohn
ˈrəʊtənəʊn
ROH-tuh-nohn
Definition
Rotenone is a natural chemical compound used as an insecticide and pesticide, often extracted from the roots of certain plants. It is sometimes used to control fish populations in water bodies.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈroʊtəˌnoʊn
British English
ˈrəʊtənəʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ROH-tuh-nohn
UK
ROH-tuh-nohn
Listen in Context
Rotenone is a natural insecticide from plant roots.
Scientists use rotenone to study insects.
Too much rotenone can harm fish in lakes.
Organic farms sometimes prefer rotenone over synthetic pesticides.