How to Pronounce Alumina

To pronounce "alumina", say AL-um-in-a — 4 syllables, IPA /əˈl(j)uːmɪnə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/əˈl(j)uːmɪnə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “alumina”

"alumina" has 4 syllables: al-um-in-a. It rhymes with lumina and rumina, if that helps it stick.

What does alumina mean?

noun

  1. Aluminum oxide, especially when used in mining, material sciences or ceramics.

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Words that rhyme with alumina

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luminaruminacumananumina

Related words

bauxitealuminumaluminiumaluminelevigatedemeryaloxitecorundum

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "alumina"?▾

"Alumina" has 4 syllables: al · um · in · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "alumina"?▾

The IPA transcription of "alumina" is /əˈl(j)uːmɪnə/.

What does "alumina" mean?▾

Alumina: Aluminum oxide, especially when used in mining, material sciences or ceramics.

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