How to pronounce amethyst
Say it like AM-ih-thist. Amethyst has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AM).
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- AM
- ih
- thist
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Amethyst pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- thistKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of amethyst
American and British speakers say amethyst in essentially the same way: /ˈæmɪθɪst/ in the US and /ˈæmɪθɪst/ in the UK.
British respelling: AM-ih-thist.
What does amethyst mean?
- A transparent purple to violet variety of quartz with traces of manganese, used as a gemstone.
- A purple color.
- The tincture purpure, when blazoning by precious stones.
- Having a color similar to that of the gemstone
Where does amethyst come from?
The name was based on the ancient belief that amethyst gemstones could prevent intoxication.
Questions about saying amethyst
How do you pronounce amethyst?
Say AM-ih-thist. The American pronunciation is /ˈæmɪθɪst/. In British English it is /ˈæmɪθɪst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in amethyst?
Amethyst has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AM). Broken into parts: AM · ih · thist.
Do Americans and Brits say amethyst the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈæmɪθɪst/ and the British form is /ˈæmɪθɪst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.