How to Pronounce Eigenfunction

To pronounce "eigenfunction", say EIG-enf-unct-ion — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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EIG-enf-unct-ion

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"eigenfunction" has 4 syllables: eig-enf-unct-ion.

What does eigenfunction mean?

noun

  1. A function \phi such that, for a given linear operator D, D\phi=\lambda\phi for some scalar \lambda (called an eigenvalue).

Synonyms

eigenstateproper function

Related words

dutiesfunctionseigenoperatoreigenequationeigenproblemeigenvaluefunctionaleigensheaf

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How many syllables are in "eigenfunction"?▾

"Eigenfunction" has 4 syllables: eig · enf · unct · ion.

What does "eigenfunction" mean?▾

Eigenfunction: A function \phi such that, for a given linear operator D, D\phi=\lambda\phi for some scalar \lambda (called an eigenvalue).

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