How to pronounce chemistry

chemistry

/ˈkeməstri/

3 syllables, stress on the first

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There is a second pronunciation: /ˈkemɪstri/.

ch is pronounced /k/ here, not as in “chair”.

/k/as in cat	With a light puff of air at the start of a word.
/e/as in bed	A short “e” as in “bed”; the mouth is slightly open.
/m/as in man	Lips closed, air through the nose.
/ə/as in cup	A short, relaxed “uh”; the mouth is barely open.
/s/as in see	Tongue tip near the ridge behind the teeth, a narrow stream of air.
/t/as in ten	Tongue tip on the ridge behind the upper teeth, not on the teeth. With a light puff of air.
/r/as in red	The tongue curls back and touches nothing. No tap, no trill.
/i/as in sheep	A long, tense “ee”; lips spread as in a smile.

Chemistry has made notable progress in recent years.

How do you pronounce chemistry?

Chemistry is pronounced /ˈkeməstri/ in American English. A second pronunciation, /ˈkemɪstri/, is also used.

How many syllables are in chemistry?

Chemistry has 3 syllables.

Which syllable is stressed in chemistry?

The first syllable: /ˈkeməstri/.

Is there a silent or unusual letter in chemistry?

ch is pronounced /k/ here, not as in “chair”.