How to Pronounce "quartz"
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Definition
A hard, usually colorless or white mineral found in the earth, used in making glass, watches, and jewelry.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkwɔɹts
British English
kwˈɔːts
Simplified Pronunciation
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Listen in Context
A quartz crystal is very hard and clear.
Many watches use a quartz movement to keep time.
Glass is sometimes made from sand that contains quartz.
She collects different kinds of quartz for her rock collection.