How to Pronounce Adamant

To pronounce "adamant", say AD-am-ant — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈæ.də.mænt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈæ.də.mænt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “adamant”

"adamant" has 3 syllables: ad-am-ant.

What does adamant mean?

noun

  1. An imaginary rock or mineral of impenetrable hardness; a name given to the diamond and other substances of extreme hardness.
  2. An embodiment of impregnable hardness.

adjective

  1. (said of people and their conviction) Firm; unshakeable; unyielding; determined.
  2. (of an object) Very difficult to break, pierce, or cut.

Related words

intransigentinflexibleinexorableadamantinediamonduncompromisingunyieldingunswerving

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "adamant"?▾

"Adamant" has 3 syllables: ad · am · ant.

What is the IPA transcription of "adamant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "adamant" is /ˈæ.də.mænt/.

What does "adamant" mean?▾

Adamant: An imaginary rock or mineral of impenetrable hardness; a name given to the diamond and other substances of extreme hardness.

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