How to Pronounce "blende"
word
blɛnd
BLEND
blɛnd
BLEND
Definition
A mineral, also known as sphalerite, that is the main ore of zinc and is usually dark in color with a shiny appearance.
IPA Transcription
American English
blɛnd
British English
blɛnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BLEND
UK
BLEND
Listen in Context
Blende is the main source of zinc.
Sphalerite is another name for blende.
Miners often find blende in zinc mines.
The dark, shiny crystals in this rock are blende.