Mathematica How to Pronounce Mathematical Notation

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This discussion focuses on the correct pronunciation of various mathematical notations and terms. The symbols V_o, V_i, and V_f are confirmed to be pronounced as "v not," "V sub i," and "V sub x," respectively. Additionally, the pronunciation of the term "Lebesgue" is clarified as either "Luh-Beg" or "Leh-beg," while "Stieltjes" is pronounced "STEELT-yes." These pronunciations are essential for clear communication in mathematical contexts.

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Hey folks, I wasn't sure where to post this, but hopefully this is okay. I've always wondered how the following symbols are pronounced:

V_o
V_i
V_f

and whatnot. I think I've heard the first pronouced "v not" and the others pronounced "V sub i" and "V sub x" but I'm wondering if this is correct.

Thanks!
 
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Those pronounciations are just fine.
 
Weather Freak said:
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V_o
...
I think I've heard the first pronouced "v not" ...
Note that the actual word being pronounced is "naught", a synonym for nothing or 0, not o.
 
thanks folks, that's just what i wanted to know :biggrin:
 
While we're at it, would anyone like to tell me how to pronounce "Lebesgue"?
 
"Stieltjes" would be nice too. :smile:
 
hypermorphism said:
"Stieltjes" would be nice too. :smile:

That one I know! It's STEELT-yes.

OK, buddy, quid pro quo: Give me Lebesgue.
 
According to the French, it's Luh-Beg, where Le is pronounced as the definite article "le". Elsewhere, it's pronounced closer to Leh-beg.
 
"Mathematics Pronunciation Guide - A Megametamathematical Guide, for the Diacritally Challenged, of the Proper American English Pronunciation of Terms and Names"
http://waukesha.uwc.edu/mat/kkromare/up.html
http://waukesha.uwc.edu/mat/kkromare/main.html [with frames]
 
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