How to pronounce strontian
Say it like strahn-TEE-un. Strontian has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TEE).
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US American/strɑnˈtiən/strahn-TEE-un
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- strahn
- TEE
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Strontian pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- strahnKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- TEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
What does strontian mean?
adjective
- Containing strontium.
- A mineral containing strontium.
Where does strontian come from?
From strontium + -ian.
Words that rhyme with strontian
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Questions about saying strontian
How do you pronounce strontian?
Say strahn-TEE-un. The American pronunciation is /strɑnˈtiən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in strontian?
Strontian has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TEE). Broken into parts: strahn · TEE · un.