How to pronounce molecular
Say it like muh-LEK-yuh-ler. Molecular has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LEK).
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- muh
- LEK
- yuh
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Molecular pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- yuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of molecular
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: muh-LEK-yuu-luh.
What does molecular mean?
- relating to or produced by or consisting of molecules“molecular structure”“molecular oxygen”
- relating to simple or elementary organization“proceed by more and more detailed analysis to the molecular facts of perception”
Where does molecular come from?
From molecule + -ar.
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Words that rhyme with molecular
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Questions about saying molecular
How do you pronounce molecular?
Say muh-LEK-yuh-ler. The American pronunciation is /məˈlɛkjəlɚ/. In British English it is /məˈlɛkjʊlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in molecular?
Molecular has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LEK). Broken into parts: muh · LEK · yuh · ler.
Is molecular 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 /məˈlɛkjʊlə/ (muh-LEK-yuu-luh).