How to Pronounce "vapors"
word
ˈveɪpɝz
VAY-perz
vˈeɪpəz
VAY-puhz
Definition
Very small drops of liquid or particles floating in the air, especially from something that is heated. It also refers to a gas-like form of a substance, like steam.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈveɪpɝz
British English
vˈeɪpəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
VAY-perz
UK
VAY-puhz
Listen in Context
We could see vapors rising from the hot soup.
The machine gives off dangerous vapors.
Plants absorb water through the air as vapors.
Be careful — the cleaning chemicals release strong vapors.