How to Pronounce Meteorite

To pronounce "meteorite", say MET-eor-it-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈmiː.tɪ.ə.ɹaɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈmiː.tɪ.ə.ɹaɪt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “meteorite”

"meteorite" has 4 syllables: met-eor-it-e. It rhymes with insight and light, if that helps it stick.

What does meteorite mean?

noun

  1. A metallic or stony object or body that is the remains of a meteoroid.

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Words that rhyme with meteorite

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

insightlightcontriteincitedelighteruditebrighttwilightreconditeforthrightplightacolyte

Related words

aerolitechondriticmeteorearthmartianfragmentcratersmeteorolite

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "meteorite"?▾

"Meteorite" has 4 syllables: met · eor · it · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "meteorite"?▾

The IPA transcription of "meteorite" is /ˈmiː.tɪ.ə.ɹaɪt/.

What does "meteorite" mean?▾

Meteorite: A metallic or stony object or body that is the remains of a meteoroid.

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