How to pronounce hexane
Say it like HEK-sayn. Hexane has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HEK).
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- HEK
- sayn
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hexane pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- saynKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of hexane
American and British speakers say hexane in essentially the same way: /ˈhɛkseɪn/ in the US and /ˈhɛkseɪn/ in the UK.
British respelling: HEK-sayn.
What does hexane mean?
- Any of five isomeric aliphatic hydrocarbons, C₆H₁₄. They are colorless, volatile liquids.
Where does hexane come from?
From hex- + -ane.
Questions about saying hexane
How do you pronounce hexane?
Say HEK-sayn. The American pronunciation is /ˈhɛkseɪn/. In British English it is /ˈhɛkseɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hexane?
Hexane has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HEK). Broken into parts: HEK · sayn.
Do Americans and Brits say hexane the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈhɛkseɪn/ and the British form is /ˈhɛkseɪn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.