How to Pronounce Molecule

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

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Letters

/ˈmɒləkjuːl/

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💡 Tip for remembering “molecule”

"molecule" has 4 syllables: mol-ec-ul-e. It rhymes with cool and vestibule, if that helps it stick.

What does molecule mean?

noun

  1. The smallest particle of a specific element or compound that retains the chemical properties of that element or compound; two or more atoms held together by chemical bonds.

    “Hydrogen chloride is a diatomic molecule, consisting of a hydrogen atom and a chlorine atom.”

  2. A tiny amount.

Words that rhyme with molecule

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

coolvestibuletoolridiculefoolrulecruelminusculejewelpooldualschool

Related words

moteatomspeckparticlemolecularchemicalacrylonitriledrug

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "molecule"?▾

"Molecule" has 4 syllables: mol · ec · ul · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "molecule"?▾

The IPA transcription of "molecule" is /ˈmɒləkjuːl/.

What does "molecule" mean?▾

Molecule: The smallest particle of a specific element or compound that retains the chemical properties of that element or compound; two or more atoms held together by chemical bonds.

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