How to pronounce martensite
Say it like MAR-tin-zyte. Martensite has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAR).
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- MAR
- tin
- zyte
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Martensite pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- tinKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- zyteKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of martensite
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MAH-tin-zyte.
What does martensite mean?
- A solid solution of carbon in iron; the chief constituent of steel.
- Any crystal structure formed by a martensitic transition.
Where does martensite come from?
Named after German metallurgist Adolf Martens (1850–1914).
Questions about saying martensite
How do you pronounce martensite?
Say MAR-tin-zyte. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɑrtɪnzaɪt/. In British English it is /ˈmɑːtɪnzaɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in martensite?
Martensite has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAR). Broken into parts: MAR · tin · zyte.
Is martensite 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 /ˈmɑːtɪnzaɪt/ (MAH-tin-zyte).