How to pronounce coalite
Say it like koh-uh-LYTE. Coalite has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LYTE).
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- koh
- uh
- LYTE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Coalite pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kohGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LYTESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of coalite
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: koh-uh-LYTE.
What does coalite mean?
- To form a political coalition.
Where does coalite come from?
Back-formation from coalition, from Latin coalitus, past participle of coalēscō (see coalesce).
Words that rhyme with coalite
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Questions about saying coalite
How do you pronounce coalite?
Say koh-uh-LYTE. The American pronunciation is /ˌkoʊəˈlaɪt/. In British English it is /ˌkəʊəˈlaɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in coalite?
Coalite has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LYTE). Broken into parts: koh · uh · LYTE.
Is coalite pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˌkəʊəˈlaɪt/ (koh-uh-LYTE).