How to pronounce micrite
Say it like MIK-ryte. Micrite has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIK).
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- MIK
- ryte
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Micrite pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MIKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ryteKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of micrite
American and British speakers say micrite in essentially the same way: /ˈmɪkraɪt/ in the US and /ˈmɪkraɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: MIK-ryte.
What does micrite mean?
- A sedimentary limestone matrix derived from calcite mud.
Where does micrite come from?
From microcrystalline calcite, equivalent to micr- + -ite.
Questions about saying micrite
How do you pronounce micrite?
Say MIK-ryte. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɪkraɪt/. In British English it is /ˈmɪkraɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in micrite?
Micrite has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIK). Broken into parts: MIK · ryte.
Do Americans and Brits say micrite the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmɪkraɪt/ and the British form is /ˈmɪkraɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.