word
albedo
al-BEE-doh
ælˈbiːdoʊListen
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Syllable breakdown
albedo
Dictionary meaning
The proportion of sunlight or radiation reflected by a surface.
History and origin
Latin, meaning 'whiteness'.
Examples
- Fresh snow has a high albedo that helps keep polar regions cool.
Common mispronunciations
AL-beh-doh
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