How to Pronounce "sedimentary"
word
ˌsɛdəˈmɛntɝi
sed-uh-MEN-tuh-ree
sˌɛdɪmˈɛntəɹi
sed-ih-MEN-tuh-ree
Definition
Describes rocks or materials that are formed from small particles settling and pressing together, usually in layers, especially by water, wind, or ice.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌsɛdəˈmɛntɝi
British English
sˌɛdɪmˈɛntəɹi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
sed-uh-MEN-tuh-ree
UK
sed-ih-MEN-tuh-ree
Listen in Context
Sedimentary rocks are formed by layers of sand and mud.
Fossils are often found in sedimentary rocks.
Limestone is a type of sedimentary rock.
The Grand Canyon clearly shows layers of sedimentary rock.