How to pronounce ebonite
Say it like EB-uh-nyte. Ebonite has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EB).
- EB
- uh
- nyte
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ebonite pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nyteGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of ebonite
American and British speakers say ebonite in essentially the same way: /ˈɛbəˌnaɪt/ in the US and /ˈɛbəˌnaɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: EB-uh-nyte.
What does ebonite mean?
- The relatively hard product of vulcanizing natural rubber with sulfur.
Where does ebonite come from?
From ebony + -ite.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- vulcanite
Questions about saying ebonite
How do you pronounce ebonite?
Say EB-uh-nyte. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛbəˌnaɪt/. In British English it is /ˈɛbəˌnaɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ebonite?
Ebonite has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EB). Broken into parts: EB · uh · nyte.
Do Americans and Brits say ebonite the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɛbəˌnaɪt/ and the British form is /ˈɛbəˌnaɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.