How to pronounce quartzite
Say it like KWORT-syte. Quartzite has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWORT).
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- KWORT
- syte
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Quartzite pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KWORTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- syteGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of quartzite
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KWAWT-syte.
What does quartzite mean?
- A metamorphic rock from sandstone, consisting of interlocking grains of quartz.
Where does quartzite come from?
From quartz + -ite.
Questions about saying quartzite
How do you pronounce quartzite?
Say KWORT-syte. The American pronunciation is /ˈkwɔrtˌsaɪt/. In British English it is /ˈkwɔːtˌsaɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in quartzite?
Quartzite has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWORT). Broken into parts: KWORT · syte.
Is quartzite 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 /ˈkwɔːtˌsaɪt/ (KWAWT-syte).