word
eigenvalue
EYE-gen-val-yoo
ˈaɪɡənˌvæljuːListen
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Syllable breakdown
eigenvalue
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Dictionary meaning
A scalar value associated with a linear transformation, representing a scale factor.
History and origin
German — 'eigen' (own/characteristic) + English 'value'.
Examples
- Eigenvalues are fundamental in quantum mechanics, describing observable quantities.
Common mispronunciations
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