How to pronounce cognite
Say it like KOG-nyte. Cognite has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOG).
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- KOG
- nyte
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cognite pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- nyteKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of cognite
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KOG-nyte.
What does cognite mean?
- To become aware, or think so as to become aware, of some fundamental truth.
- To think or cogitate (about).
Where does cognite come from?
Back-formation from cognition.
Questions about saying cognite
How do you pronounce cognite?
Say KOG-nyte. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑɡnaɪt/. In British English it is /ˈkɒɡnaɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cognite?
Cognite has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOG). Broken into parts: KOG · nyte.
Is cognite 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 /ˈkɒɡnaɪt/ (KOG-nyte).