How to Pronounce Hexane

To pronounce "hexane", say HEX-an-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈhɛkseɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

hexane

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Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈhɛkseɪn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “hexane”

"hexane" has 3 syllables: hex-an-e. It rhymes with cyclohexane, if that helps it stick.

What does hexane mean?

noun

  1. Any of five isomeric aliphatic hydrocarbons, C6H14. They are colorless, volatile liquids.

Words that rhyme with hexane

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

cyclohexane

Related words

n-hexanebenzeneacetonehydrocarbonethercycloheptanehexene

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hexane"?▾

"Hexane" has 3 syllables: hex · an · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "hexane"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hexane" is /ˈhɛkseɪn/.

What does "hexane" mean?▾

Hexane: Any of five isomeric aliphatic hydrocarbons, C6H14. They are colorless, volatile liquids.

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