How to pronounce zaratite
Say it like ZAR-uh-tyte. Zaratite has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZAR).
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- ZAR
- uh
- tyte
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Zaratite pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ZARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- tyteGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of zaratite
American and British speakers say zaratite in essentially the same way: /ˈzærəˌtaɪt/ in the US and /ˈzærəˌtaɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: ZAR-uh-tyte.
What does zaratite mean?
- a hydrous basic nickel carbonate occurring in emerald-green incrustations or compact masses
Where does zaratite come from?
Spanish zaratita, from Señor Zarate, 19th century Spaniard + Spanish -ita -ite
Questions about saying zaratite
How do you pronounce zaratite?
Say ZAR-uh-tyte. The American pronunciation is /ˈzærəˌtaɪt/. In British English it is /ˈzærəˌtaɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in zaratite?
Zaratite has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZAR). Broken into parts: ZAR · uh · tyte.
Do Americans and Brits say zaratite the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈzærəˌtaɪt/ and the British form is /ˈzærəˌtaɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.