How to Pronounce Fluorescence

To pronounce "fluorescence", say FLUOR-esc-enc-e — 4 syllables, IPA /floʊ-/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

/floʊ-/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fluorescence”

"fluorescence" has 4 syllables: fluor-esc-enc-e.

What does fluorescence mean?

noun

  1. The emission of light (or other electromagnetic radiation) by a material when stimulated by the absorption of radiation or of a subatomic particle.
  2. The light so emitted.

Related words

fluorescefluorescentepipolismactivatedphosphorescenceradianceluminositybrilliance

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fluorescence"?▾

"Fluorescence" has 4 syllables: fluor · esc · enc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "fluorescence"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fluorescence" is /floʊ-/.

What does "fluorescence" mean?▾

Fluorescence: The emission of light (or other electromagnetic radiation) by a material when stimulated by the absorption of radiation or of a subatomic particle.

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