English pronunciation · Words Starting with L
Linear Algebra Pronunciation
Linear Algebra is pronounced LI-nee-er-AL-juh-bruh, IPA /ˈlɪniɝ ˈældʒəbrə/.
LI-nee-er-AL-juh-bruh
US /ˈlɪniɝ ˈældʒəbrə/ · UK /ˈlɪniə ˈældʒɪbrə/
Syllables: LI · nee · er · AL · juh · bruh (6 syllables, stress on syllable 1)
phrase (noun): The branch of mathematics that deals with vectors, matrices, and linear equations.
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Linear Algebra in a Sentence
- Linear algebra is the first course in the second year.
- Graphics engines rest on linear algebra.
- She brushed up her linear algebra before the interview.
Common Mispronunciations of Linear Algebra
Not LY-nee-er AL-juh-bruh
Keep the opening i short, as in link. Linear does not begin like line, related though they are.
Not li-NEE-er al-JE-bruh
Each word takes its beat at the front: LI first, then AL.
Tip: Three beats plus three, LI-nee-er AL-juh-bruh, and the g in algebra is a soft j.
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