How to Pronounce Oxyacetylene

To pronounce "oxyacetylene", say OXY-ac-etyl-en-e — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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OXY-ac-etyl-en-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “oxyacetylene”

"oxyacetylene" has 5 syllables: oxy-ac-etyl-en-e.

What does oxyacetylene mean?

noun

  1. A mixture of oxygen and acetylene; burns at a high temperature and is used for cutting and welding metals.

adjective

  1. Using this mixture e.g. an oxyacetylene torch

Related words

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How many syllables are in "oxyacetylene"?▾

"Oxyacetylene" has 5 syllables: oxy · ac · etyl · en · e.

What does "oxyacetylene" mean?▾

Oxyacetylene: A mixture of oxygen and acetylene; burns at a high temperature and is used for cutting and welding metals.

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