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esh-tukh-klan
conlangs/vulcan/dictionary/esh-tukh-klan

esh-tukh-klan

esh-tukh-klan is a Vulcan word () meaning ‘oxygen demand’.

Meaning

oxygen demand

Part of speech
Pronunciation
/ɛʃtuxklɐn/

Pronunciation

Sound out esh-tukh-klan letter by letter:

  • e/ɛ/e as in 'bet'
  • sh/ʃ/sh as in 'shoe'
  • t/t/t as in 'stop' (no puff of air)
  • u/u/oo as in 'food'
  • kh/x/harsh h, as in Scottish 'loch' or German 'Bach'
  • k/k/k as in 'skate' (no puff of air)
  • l/l/l as in 'love'
  • a/ɐ/a as in 'cup' (open, central)
  • n/n/n as in 'no'

Usage notes

the oxygen used in meeting the metabolic needs of aerobic microorganisms in water rich in organic matter (eg water polluted with sewage)

Frequently asked questions

What does esh-tukh-klan mean in Vulcan?

esh-tukh-klan is a Vulcan word () meaning ‘oxygen demand’.

How do you say ‘oxygen demand’ in Vulcan?

‘oxygen demand’ in Vulcan is esh-tukh-klan.

How is esh-tukh-klan pronounced?

esh-tukh-klan is pronounced /ɛʃtuxklɐn/.

What part of speech is esh-tukh-klan?

The part of speech of esh-tukh-klan is .