SpellRight

SpellRight › Spelling

Uncommon

silicon

The correct spelling is silicon.

How to pronounce silicon

/ˈsɪləkɑn/
noun

IPA: /ˈsɪləkɑn/

Say it like: Sil-ico-n

The correct spelling is silicon. A nonmetallic element (symbol Si) with an atomic number of 14 and atomic weight of 28.0855.

Usage Examples

No usage examples in context are available for this word.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A nonmetallic element (symbol Si) with an atomic number of 14 and atomic weight of 28.0855.
  2. 2.A single atom of this element.
  3. 3.Computing
  4. 4.Computer processor
  5. 5.A wafer of silicon on which an integrated circuit has been built; a microchip

Similar words

Words related in meaning — check their spelling too.

View synonyms & usage examples