How to Pronounce Xenon

To pronounce "xenon", say XEN-on — 2 syllables, IPA /zenɔn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

5

Letters

/zenɔn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “xenon”

"xenon" has 2 syllables: xen-on.

What does xenon mean?

noun

  1. The chemical element (symbol Xe) with an atomic number of 54. It is a colorless, odorless, unreactive noble gas, used notably in camera flash technology.

Related words

xeenhancedxenonatexenatexenideradioxenondixenon

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "xenon"?▾

"Xenon" has 2 syllables: xen · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "xenon"?▾

The IPA transcription of "xenon" is /zenɔn/.

What does "xenon" mean?▾

Xenon: The chemical element (symbol Xe) with an atomic number of 54. It is a colorless, odorless, unreactive noble gas, used notably in camera flash technology.

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