"paraffin" 怎么发音

word

US

ˈpɛɹəfən

PAIR-uh-fin

UK

pˈæɹəfˌɪn

PA-ruh-fin

释义

A white or colorless, waxy substance made from petroleum, used for making candles and for waterproofing. In some countries, 'paraffin' can also mean a type of flammable fuel (kerosene).

IPA 音标

美式英语

ˈpɛɹəfən

英式英语

pˈæɹəfˌɪn

简化发音

美式

PAIR-uh-fin

英式

PA-ruh-fin

语境中听

We used paraffin to make candles at home.

The jar is coated with paraffin to keep it waterproof.

In some countries, people use paraffin lamps for light.

Be careful when heating paraffin—it can burn easily!