To pronounce "cetane", say CET-an-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"cetane" has 3 syllables: cet-an-e. It rhymes with betaine and smitane, if that helps it stick.
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"Cetane" has 3 syllables: cet · an · e.
Cetane: The aliphatic hydrocarbon C16H34 (hexadecane) used as a standard for diesel fuel.
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