How to Pronounce "anthracite"
word
ˈænθɹəˌsaɪt
AN-thruh-syt
ˈænθɹɐsˌaɪt
AN-thrus-yt
Definition
A hard, shiny type of coal that burns with little smoke and gives off a lot of heat. It is often used for heating homes and in industrial processes.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈænθɹəˌsaɪt
British English
ˈænθɹɐsˌaɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AN-thruh-syt
UK
AN-thrus-yt
Listen in Context
Anthracite is a type of coal used for heating.
Anthracite burns cleaner than other types of coal.
People used anthracite to heat their homes in the past.
Because anthracite gives off little smoke, it’s popular for indoor stoves.