How to Pronounce Cements

To pronounce "cements", say CEM-ents — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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CEM-ents

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💡 Tip for remembering “cements”

"cements" has 2 syllables: cem-ents.

What does cements mean?

noun

  1. A powdered substance produced by firing (calcining) calcium carbonate (limestone) and clay that develops strong cohesive properties when mixed with water. The main ingredient of concrete.
  2. The paste-like substance resulting from mixing such a powder with water, or the rock-like substance that forms when it dries.

verb

  1. To affix with cement.
  2. To overlay or coat with cement.

    “to cement a cellar floor”

Related words

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How many syllables are in "cements"?▾

"Cements" has 2 syllables: cem · ents.

What does "cements" mean?▾

Cements: A powdered substance produced by firing (calcining) calcium carbonate (limestone) and clay that develops strong cohesive properties when mixed with water. The main ingredient of concrete.

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