How to Pronounce "neutralization"
word
ˌnutɹəɫəˈzeɪʃən
noo-truh-li-ZAY-shuhn
ˌnjuːtrəlaɪˈzeɪʃən
nyoo-truh-ly-ZAY-shuhn
Definition
Neutralization is the process of making something neutral, especially by causing an acid and a base to react and cancel each other out, or more generally, by counteracting or balancing the effects of something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌnutɹəɫəˈzeɪʃən
British English
ˌnjuːtrəlaɪˈzeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
noo-truh-li-ZAY-shuhn
UK
nyoo-truh-ly-ZAY-shuhn
Listen in Context
Neutralization occurs when an acid reacts with a base.
The neutralization of toxins is important for the body's health.
Salt and water are products of neutralization.
Scientists study neutralization to develop new medicines.