How to pronounce imine
Say it like IM-een. Imine has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IM).
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- IM
- een
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Imine pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- IMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- eenKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of imine
American and British speakers say imine in essentially the same way: /ˈɪmin/ in the US and /ˈɪmin/ in the UK.
British respelling: IM-een.
What does imine mean?
- Any of a class of organic nitrogen compounds having the general formula R₂C=NR; they are tautomeric with enamines.
Where does imine come from?
Alteration of amine.
Questions about saying imine
How do you pronounce imine?
Say IM-een. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪmin/. In British English it is /ˈɪmin/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in imine?
Imine has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IM). Broken into parts: IM · een.
Do Americans and Brits say imine the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɪmin/ and the British form is /ˈɪmin/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.