How to Pronounce "limestone"
word
ˈɫaɪmˌstoʊn
LYME-stohn
lˈaɪmstəʊn
LYME-stohn
Definition
A type of rock made mainly from calcium carbonate, often formed from the remains of sea creatures; it is used in building and making cement.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫaɪmˌstoʊn
British English
lˈaɪmstəʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LYME-stohn
UK
LYME-stohn
Listen in Context
The old church was built from limestone.
Limestone is often used to make cement.
There are many caves in this area made of limestone.
The color of limestone can vary from white to gray or even yellow.