How Do You Spell BOOTHITE?

Pronunciation: [bˈuːθa͡ɪt] (IPA)

The word "boothite" is spelled as /ˈbuːθaɪt/. The IPA phonetic transcription indicates that the first syllable is "boo" with a long "u" sound followed by "th" and "aɪt" that sounds like "ite". Boothite is a rare mineral composed mainly of copper, zinc, arsenic, and sulfur. It was discovered in 1871 in the United States and is named after its discoverer, George Frederick Booth. Despite its rarity, boothite has been found in several countries, including Sweden, Germany, Australia, and Japan.