word
piezoelectric
pee-ay-zoh-ih-LEK-trik
piˌeɪzoʊɪˈlɛktrɪkListen
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Syllable breakdown
piezoelectric
Dictionary meaning
Producing electric charge when mechanical pressure is applied.
History and origin
Greek piezein, meaning 'to press'.
Examples
- Quartz crystals exhibit piezoelectric behavior in many sensors.
Common mispronunciations
pie-zoh-ELEK-trik
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