How to Pronounce Peridot

To pronounce "peridot", say PER-id-ot — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpɛɹɪdɒt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpɛɹɪdɒt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “peridot”

"peridot" has 3 syllables: per-id-ot. It rhymes with teredo, if that helps it stick.

What does peridot mean?

noun

  1. A transparent olive-green form of olivine, used as a gem.
  2. A yellow-green colour, like that of the peridot.

Words that rhyme with peridot

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teredo

Related words

peridotitechrysoliteolivineioliteopalgemstoneemeraldpagodite

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "peridot"?▾

"Peridot" has 3 syllables: per · id · ot.

What is the IPA transcription of "peridot"?▾

The IPA transcription of "peridot" is /ˈpɛɹɪdɒt/.

What does "peridot" mean?▾

Peridot: A transparent olive-green form of olivine, used as a gem.

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