How to Pronounce Paraffins

To pronounce "paraffins", say PAR-aff-ins — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

PAR-aff-ins

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💡 Tip for remembering “paraffins”

"paraffins" has 3 syllables: par-aff-ins.

What does paraffins mean?

noun

  1. A petroleum-based thin and colorless fuel oil
  2. Any member of the alkane hydrocarbons.

Synonyms

kerosene

Related words

alkanecpssubstanceswaxesparaffinepetroleum

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "paraffins"?▾

"Paraffins" has 3 syllables: par · aff · ins.

What does "paraffins" mean?▾

Paraffins: A petroleum-based thin and colorless fuel oil

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