Anion
/ˈænaɪən/
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Pronunciation
Pronounced as 'AN-eye-on', with emphasis on the first syllable. 
Make sure to say 'anion', not 'onion'!
Pro Tip 2/3Technical Use
Used mainly in scientific contexts, not in common daily conversation. 
In chemistry class, we learned that the fluoride anion carries a negative charge.
Pro Tip 3/3Charge Importance
Focus on the negative charge as a key characteristic distinguishing anions from cations. 
During the experiment, we identified chloride as the anion due to its negative charge.