physics

noun
UK: /ˈfɪzɪks/
US: /ˈfɪzɪks/

  1. The study of matter, energy, and their interactions.

    1. Physics is my favorite subject at school. [ ] [ ]
    2. The principles of physics are essential for understanding how the universe works. [ ] [ ]

  2. The physical properties and phenomena of something.

    1. The physics of sound explain how we hear. [ ] [ ]
    2. Understanding the physics involved is crucial for designing better engines. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

natural philosophy science
physics verb

  1. To apply principles of physics to understand something.

    1. He physics the movement of planets. [ ] [ ]
    2. She is an expert at physics the behavior of subatomic particles. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "physics" in English means: The study of matter, energy, and their interactions., The physical properties and phenomena of something..

The phonetic transcription of "physics" is /ˈfɪzɪks/ in British English and /ˈfɪzɪks/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "physics": natural philosophy, science.

Example usage of "physics": "Physics is my favorite subject at school.". More examples on the page.