How to Pronounce "plexiglas"
word
ˈpɫɛksiˌɡɫæs/, /ˈpɫɛksɪˌɡɫæs
PLEK-see-glass
ˈplɛksɪˌɡlɑːs
PLEK-si-glahs
Definition
A strong, clear plastic material often used as a lightweight and shatter-resistant alternative to glass.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɫɛksiˌɡɫæs/, /ˈpɫɛksɪˌɡɫæs
British English
ˈplɛksɪˌɡlɑːs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PLEK-see-glass
UK
PLEK-si-glahs
Listen in Context
The window is made of plexiglas.
We installed a plexiglas barrier at the counter.
Plexiglas is lighter than real glass.
Can you cut plexiglas to fit this frame for me?