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Evaporation

🇬🇧 UK //ɪˌvæpəˈreɪʃən// 🇺🇸 US //ɪˌvæpəˈreɪʃən//

Meaning of Evaporation

The process by which liquid turns into vapor or gas.

In simple words: The process where a liquid turns into a gas.

Evaporation in a sentence

• The evaporation of water occurs when it is heated by the sun.
• High temperatures can increase the rate of evaporation in lakes.
• The evaporation process is essential in the water cycle.
• Evaporation from the skin helps regulate body temperature.
• The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism.

How to use Evaporation

Used in scientific contexts to describe the phase change of substances. Avoid colloquial language when discussing this process.

Grammar pattern

evaporation + of + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'evaporation' as 'evaporate' plus 'tion' - like the action of turning into vapor.

Related words

Collocations with Evaporation

• rate of evaporation
• process of evaporation
• evaporation of water
• degree of evaporation
• evaporation process

Synonyms for Evaporation

• vaporization
• boiling
• steam
• sublimation
• drying

Common mistakes with Evaporation

• Confusing with condensation, which is the opposite process.
• Using 'evaporate' as a noun instead of 'evaporation'.
• Mispronouncing the term as 'evapouration'.

Frequently asked questions about Evaporation

What does Evaporation mean?

The process where a liquid turns into a gas.

What is the definition of Evaporation?

The process by which liquid turns into vapor or gas.

How do you use Evaporation in a sentence?

The evaporation of water occurs when it is heated by the sun.

Can you give another example of Evaporation?

High temperatures can increase the rate of evaporation in lakes.

What are synonyms for Evaporation?

Common alternatives include vaporization, boiling, steam, sublimation, drying.

What words go with Evaporation?

It commonly pairs with rate of evaporation, process of evaporation, evaporation of water, degree of evaporation, evaporation process.

What are common mistakes when using Evaporation?

Confusing with condensation, which is the opposite process. Using 'evaporate' as a noun instead of 'evaporation'. Mispronouncing the term as 'evapouration'.

How do you pronounce Evaporation?

US: //ɪˌvæpəˈreɪʃən//, UK: //ɪˌvæpəˈreɪʃən//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Evaporation?

Used in scientific contexts to describe the phase change of substances. Avoid colloquial language when discussing this process.