How to pronounce magnetite
Say it like MAG-nuh-tyte. Magnetite has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAG).
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- MAG
- nuh
- tyte
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Magnetite pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MAGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- nuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- tyteGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of magnetite
American and British speakers say magnetite in essentially the same way: /ˈmæɡnəˌtaɪt/ in the US and /ˈmæɡnətaɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: MAG-nuh-tyte.
What does magnetite mean?
- A magnetic mineral, with the chemical formula Fe²⁺Fe3+2O₄, one of the primary ores of iron.
- Any instance of iron(II,III) oxide, regardless of whether it is a geologic mineral or a chemical result or product.
Where does magnetite come from?
From magnet + -ite, after German Magnetit.
Questions about saying magnetite
How do you pronounce magnetite?
Say MAG-nuh-tyte. The American pronunciation is /ˈmæɡnəˌtaɪt/. In British English it is /ˈmæɡnətaɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in magnetite?
Magnetite has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAG). Broken into parts: MAG · nuh · tyte.
Do Americans and Brits say magnetite the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmæɡnəˌtaɪt/ and the British form is /ˈmæɡnətaɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.