How to Pronounce Resistivity

To pronounce "resistivity", say RES-ist-iv-ity — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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RES-ist-iv-ity

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"resistivity" has 4 syllables: res-ist-iv-ity.

What does resistivity mean?

noun

  1. The resistance offered at a particular temperature by an electrical conductor of any given material in a cube of unit length, expressed in ohm-metres (Ωm) in the metric system of measurement.
  2. The reciprocal of thermal conductivity, having SI unit: m K W-1

Related words

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How many syllables are in "resistivity"?▾

"Resistivity" has 4 syllables: res · ist · iv · ity.

What does "resistivity" mean?▾

Resistivity: The resistance offered at a particular temperature by an electrical conductor of any given material in a cube of unit length, expressed in ohm-metres (Ωm) in the metric system of measurement.

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