English pronunciation · Words Starting with G
Graphite Pronunciation
Graphite is pronounced GRA-fyt, IPA /ˈgræˌfaɪt/.
GRA-fyt
US /ˈgræˌfaɪt/ · UK /ˈgræfaɪt/
Syllables: GRA · fyt (2 syllables, stress on syllable 1)
noun: The soft grey form of carbon used in pencil leads, lubricants and electrodes.
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Graphite in a Sentence
- The pencil core is graphite mixed with clay.
- Graphite flakes come away on your fingers.
- The rods are coated in graphite to cut friction.
Common Mispronunciations of Graphite
Not GRA-fit
The ite block holds the eye of kite, as dynamite and appetite do. A flat fit ending belongs instead to definite and favourite.
Not GRAY-fyt
Graph sits inside this word and lends it a short a, so nothing at the front is lengthened.
Tip: The ph is a plain f, inherited from the Greek graphein, meaning to write.
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