How to pronounce kaolin
Say it like KOW-lin. Kaolin has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOW).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈkaʊlɪn/KOW-lin
UK British/ˈkeɪəlɪn/KAY-uh-lin
- KOW
- lin
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kaolin pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- linKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of kaolin
- American English uses 2 syllables and British English 3.
British respelling: KAY-uh-lin.
What does kaolin mean?
noun
- A fine clay, rich in kaolinite, used in ceramics, papermaking, etc.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- lithomarge
- china clay
- china stone
- kaoline
- porcelain clay
- terra alba
Questions about saying kaolin
How do you pronounce kaolin?
Say KOW-lin. The American pronunciation is /ˈkaʊlɪn/. In British English it is /ˈkeɪəlɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kaolin?
Kaolin has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOW). Broken into parts: KOW · lin.
Is kaolin pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 2 syllables and British English 3. The British form is /ˈkeɪəlɪn/ (KAY-uh-lin).