How to Pronounce Chlorine

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

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Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈklɔːɹiːn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “chlorine

"chlorine" has 3 syllables: chlor-in-e. It rhymes with dorene and correne, if that helps it stick.

What does chlorine mean?

noun

  1. A toxic, green, gaseous chemical element (symbol Cl) with an atomic number of 17.
  2. A single atom of this element.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chlorine"?

"Chlorine" has 3 syllables: chlor · in · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "chlorine"?

The IPA transcription of "chlorine" is /ˈklɔːɹiːn/.

What does "chlorine" mean?

Chlorine: A toxic, green, gaseous chemical element (symbol Cl) with an atomic number of 17.

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