How to pronounce zineb
Say it like ZIN-eb. Zineb has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZIN).
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- ZIN
- eb
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Zineb pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ZINSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ebKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of zineb
American and British speakers say zineb in essentially the same way: /ˈzɪnɛb/ in the US and /ˈzɪnɛb/ in the UK.
British respelling: ZIN-eb.
What does zineb mean?
- An organic fungicide and insecticide sprayed on cereal grasses, fruit trees, etc.
Where does zineb come from?
From “zinc ethylene bisdithiocarbamate”, its chemical name.
Questions about saying zineb
How do you pronounce zineb?
Say ZIN-eb. The American pronunciation is /ˈzɪnɛb/. In British English it is /ˈzɪnɛb/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in zineb?
Zineb has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZIN). Broken into parts: ZIN · eb.
Do Americans and Brits say zineb the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈzɪnɛb/ and the British form is /ˈzɪnɛb/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.