How to pronounce platinum
Say it like PLAT-num. Platinum has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PLAT).
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- PLAT
- num
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Platinum pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PLATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- numKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of platinum
- American English uses 2 syllables and British English 3.
British respelling: PLAT-ih-num.
What does platinum mean?
- a heavy precious metallic element; grey-white and resistant to corroding; occurs in some nickel and copper ores and is also found native in some deposits
Where does platinum come from?
From Spanish platina (“little silver”) del Pinto ("of the Pinto") + -um.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- pt
Questions about saying platinum
How do you pronounce platinum?
Say PLAT-num. The American pronunciation is /ˈplætnəm/. In British English it is /ˈplætɪnəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in platinum?
Platinum has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PLAT). Broken into parts: PLAT · num.
Is platinum pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 2 syllables and British English 3. The British form is /ˈplætɪnəm/ (PLAT-ih-num).