How to pronounce nephrite
Say it like NEF-ryte. Nephrite has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NEF).
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- NEF
- ryte
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nephrite pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NEFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ryteKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of nephrite
American and British speakers say nephrite in essentially the same way: /ˈnɛfraɪt/ in the US and /ˈnɛfraɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: NEF-ryte.
What does nephrite mean?
- A semi-precious stone, one of the two types of stone commonly referred to as jade (the other being jadeite).
Questions about saying nephrite
How do you pronounce nephrite?
Say NEF-ryte. The American pronunciation is /ˈnɛfraɪt/. In British English it is /ˈnɛfraɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nephrite?
Nephrite has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NEF). Broken into parts: NEF · ryte.
Do Americans and Brits say nephrite the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈnɛfraɪt/ and the British form is /ˈnɛfraɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.