How to pronounce molecules
Say it like MOL-uh-kyoolz. Molecules has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOL).
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- MOL
- uh
- kyoolz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Molecules pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MOLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- kyoolzGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of molecules
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: MOL-ih-kyoolz.
What does molecules mean?
- plural of molecule How to pronounce molecule
Questions about saying molecules
How do you pronounce molecules?
Say MOL-uh-kyoolz. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɑləˌkjulz/. In British English it is /ˈmɒlɪˌkjuːlz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in molecules?
Molecules has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOL). Broken into parts: MOL · uh · kyoolz.
Is molecules pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈmɒlɪˌkjuːlz/ (MOL-ih-kyoolz).