How to pronounce chloroprene
Say it like KLOR-uh-preen. Chloroprene has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLOR).
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US American/ˈklɔrəˌprin/KLOR-uh-preen
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- KLOR
- uh
- preen
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Chloroprene pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- preenGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
What does chloroprene mean?
noun
- The chlorinated derivative of butadiene 2-chloro-1,3-butadiene that is used (via polymerization) in the manufacture of synthetic rubber.
Where does chloroprene come from?
From chloro- + isoprene.
Questions about saying chloroprene
How do you pronounce chloroprene?
Say KLOR-uh-preen. The American pronunciation is /ˈklɔrəˌprin/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in chloroprene?
Chloroprene has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLOR). Broken into parts: KLOR · uh · preen.