How to Pronounce Hydroxide

To pronounce "hydroxide", say HYDROX-id-e — 3 syllables, IPA /haɪ.ˈdɹɒks.aɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

hydroxide

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/haɪ.ˈdɹɒks.aɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hydroxide”

"hydroxide" has 3 syllables: hydrox-id-e. It rhymes with ox-eyed and monoxide, if that helps it stick.

What does hydroxide mean?

noun

  1. An univalent anion (OH-) based on the hydroxyl functional group.
  2. Any substance containing such an anion.

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Words that rhyme with hydroxide

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ox-eyedmonoxide

Related words

hydroxyhydroxylsodaisopropylashlyecausticnaoh

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hydroxide"?▾

"Hydroxide" has 3 syllables: hydrox · id · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "hydroxide"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hydroxide" is /haɪ.ˈdɹɒks.aɪd/.

What does "hydroxide" mean?▾

Hydroxide: An univalent anion (OH-) based on the hydroxyl functional group.

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