How to Pronounce Chrysotile

To pronounce "chrysotile", say CHRYSOT-il-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈkɹɪs.ə.tɪl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈkɹɪs.ə.tɪl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “chrysotile”

"chrysotile" has 3 syllables: chrysot-il-e.

What does chrysotile mean?

noun

  1. A fibrous silicate mineral with the chemical formula Mg3(Si2O5)(OH)4; a form of serpentine asbestos.

Related words

asbestosclinochrysotileparachrysotileorthochrysotilechloritemarmolitechrysocollachrysoprase

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chrysotile"?▾

"Chrysotile" has 3 syllables: chrysot · il · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "chrysotile"?▾

The IPA transcription of "chrysotile" is /ˈkɹɪs.ə.tɪl/.

What does "chrysotile" mean?▾

Chrysotile: A fibrous silicate mineral with the chemical formula Mg3(Si2O5)(OH)4; a form of serpentine asbestos.

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