How to pronounce chrysocolla
Say it like kris-uh-KAH-luh. Chrysocolla has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KAH).
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- kris
- uh
- KAH
- luh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Chrysocolla pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- krisGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- KAHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- luhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of chrysocolla
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: kris-oh-KOL-uh.
What does chrysocolla mean?
- A vitreous silicate mineral that is a minor ore of copper, with the chemical formula (Cu²⁺,Al)₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄·nH₂O.
Words that rhyme with chrysocolla
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Questions about saying chrysocolla
How do you pronounce chrysocolla?
Say kris-uh-KAH-luh. The American pronunciation is /ˌkrɪsəˈkɑlə/. In British English it is /ˌkrɪsəʊˈkɒlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in chrysocolla?
Chrysocolla has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KAH). Broken into parts: kris · uh · KAH · luh.
Is chrysocolla pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˌkrɪsəʊˈkɒlə/ (kris-oh-KOL-uh).