How to pronounce phonolite
Say it like FOH-nuh-lyte. Phonolite has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FOH).
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- FOH
- nuh
- lyte
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Phonolite pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- nuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lyteGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of phonolite
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: FOH-nuh-lyte.
What does phonolite mean?
- A light-colored rock of volcanic origin composed mostly of alkali feldspars.
Where does phonolite come from?
From phono- + -lite, from the metallic sound when it is hit.
Questions about saying phonolite
How do you pronounce phonolite?
Say FOH-nuh-lyte. The American pronunciation is /ˈfoʊnəˌlaɪt/. In British English it is /ˈfəʊnəˌlaɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in phonolite?
Phonolite has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FOH). Broken into parts: FOH · nuh · lyte.
Is phonolite pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈfəʊnəˌlaɪt/ (FOH-nuh-lyte).