How to pronounce kernite
Say it like KUR-nyte. Kernite has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KUR).
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- KUR
- nyte
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kernite pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- nyteKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of kernite
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KUR-nyte.
What does kernite mean?
- A hydrated borate mineral, Na₂B₄O₆(OH)₂, originally discovered in the Mojave Desert.
Where does kernite come from?
From Kern + -ite, since it comes from Kern County, California.
Questions about saying kernite
How do you pronounce kernite?
Say KUR-nyte. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɝnaɪt/. In British English it is /ˈkɜːnaɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kernite?
Kernite has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KUR). Broken into parts: KUR · nyte.
Is kernite pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈkɜːnaɪt/ (KUR-nyte).