How to Pronounce Molecular

To pronounce "molecular", say MOL-ec-ul-ar — 4 syllables, IPA /məˈlɛkjʊlə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/məˈlɛkjʊlə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “molecular”

"molecular" has 4 syllables: mol-ec-ul-ar. It rhymes with specular and intermolecular, if that helps it stick.

What does molecular mean?

noun

  1. Any compound having a specified (range of) molecular weight(s)

adjective

  1. Relating to, or consisting of, or produced by molecules.
  2. (of an element) Combined with itself and with no other element; elemental.

Words that rhyme with molecular

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

specularintermolecularsecular

Related words

intermolecularmoleculesulphitemorphologicalgenomicdnatherapeuticspositronium

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "molecular"?▾

"Molecular" has 4 syllables: mol · ec · ul · ar.

What is the IPA transcription of "molecular"?▾

The IPA transcription of "molecular" is /məˈlɛkjʊlə/.

What does "molecular" mean?▾

Molecular: Any compound having a specified (range of) molecular weight(s)

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