How to Pronounce Pyrites

To pronounce "pyrites", say PYRIT-es — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

PYRIT-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “pyrites”

"pyrites" has 2 syllables: pyrit-es. It rhymes with barytes and sorites, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: porites — easy to mix up when writing.

What does pyrites mean?

noun

  1. The common mineral iron disulfide (FeS2), of a pale brass-yellow color and brilliant metallic luster, crystallizing in the isometric system.
  2. (usually as a plural: pyrites) Any metallic-looking sulphide, such as the above, which is the most common.

Synonyms

fool's goldiron pyrites

Words that rhyme with pyrites

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

barytessoritesneuriteschloritesoritesporitesquirites

Related words

arsenicalcupreouscupriferousplagioclasehaliteenargitenephelinecovellite

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pyrites"?▾

"Pyrites" has 2 syllables: pyrit · es.

What does "pyrites" mean?▾

Pyrites: The common mineral iron disulfide (FeS2), of a pale brass-yellow color and brilliant metallic luster, crystallizing in the isometric system.

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