how to pronounce pyrite

/ˈpaɪ.ɹaɪt/

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pyrite is pronounced in two syllables

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An example use of pyrite in a speech by a native speaker of british english:

“… guys iron pyrite or fool's gold now why …”

meanings of pyrite

noun:

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

pyrite frequency in english - C2+ level of CEFR

the word pyrite occurs in english on average 0.2 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for C2+ level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.

topics pyrite can be related to

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