How to pronounce diatomic
Say it like dy-uh-TOM-ik. Diatomic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TOM).
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- dy
- uh
- TOM
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Diatomic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- dyGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- TOMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of diatomic
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: dy-uh-TOM-ik.
What does diatomic mean?
- Consisting of two atoms.“diatomic molecule”
- Of or relating to diatoms.
- A diatomic molecule or other species.
Where does diatomic come from?
From di- + atomic.
Words that rhyme with diatomic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of diatomic.
Questions about saying diatomic
How do you pronounce diatomic?
Say dy-uh-TOM-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌdaɪəˈtɑmɪk/. In British English it is /daɪəˈtɒmɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in diatomic?
Diatomic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TOM). Broken into parts: dy · uh · TOM · ik.
Is diatomic 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 /daɪəˈtɒmɪk/ (dy-uh-TOM-ik).