How to pronounce dunite
Say it like doo-NYTE. Dunite has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NYTE).
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- doo
- NYTE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dunite pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- dooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- NYTESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of dunite
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: dyoo-NYTE.
What does dunite mean?
- A type of igneous rock with a coarse-grained or phaneritic texture.
Where does dunite come from?
Named after Dun Mountain near Nelson, New Zealand, + -ite.
Words that rhyme with dunite
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of dunite.
Questions about saying dunite
How do you pronounce dunite?
Say doo-NYTE. The American pronunciation is /duˈnaɪt/. In British English it is /djuːˈnaɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dunite?
Dunite has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NYTE). Broken into parts: doo · NYTE.
Is dunite pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /djuːˈnaɪt/ (dyoo-NYTE).