How to Pronounce Polythene

To pronounce "polythene", say POLYTH-en-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

POLYTH-en-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “polythene”

"polythene" has 3 syllables: polyth-en-e.

What does polythene mean?

noun

  1. A light thermoplastic used in packaging etc.; polyethylene.

Synonyms

polyethenepolyethylenepolymethylene

Related words

polyethylenepolypolyethenepolyetheretherpolypropenepolypropylenepolyetheretherketonepolyprop

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "polythene"?▾

"Polythene" has 3 syllables: polyth · en · e.

What does "polythene" mean?▾

Polythene: A light thermoplastic used in packaging etc.; polyethylene.

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