How to Pronounce Bauxite

To pronounce "bauxite", say BAUX-it-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈbɔːksaɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈbɔːksaɪt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “bauxite”

"bauxite" has 3 syllables: baux-it-e.

What does bauxite mean?

noun

  1. The principal ore of aluminium; a clay-like mineral, being a mixture of hydrated oxides and hydroxides.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bauxite"?▾

"Bauxite" has 3 syllables: baux · it · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "bauxite"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bauxite" is /ˈbɔːksaɪt/.

What does "bauxite" mean?▾

Bauxite: The principal ore of aluminium; a clay-like mineral, being a mixture of hydrated oxides and hydroxides.

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