How Do You Spell WOLFRAMINE?

Pronunciation: [wˈʊlfɹɐmˌiːn] (IPA)

The correct spelling of the word "wolframine" is actually "wolframite" /ˈwʊlfrəmaɪt/. This mineral is commonly found in tungsten deposits and is often used in the production of various industrial materials. The tricky spelling of this word can be attributed to its roots in German, where the word for tungsten is "Wolfram". Remembering the correct spelling may be difficult, but with the help of IPA phonetic transcription, one can easily understand and accurately pronounce this important mineral's name.

WOLFRAMINE Meaning and Definition

1. A mineral of a yellow or yellowish-green colour.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of WOLFRAMINE

The word "wolframite" is derived from the German word "Wolfram", which is an earlier name for the element known as tungsten. The name Wolfram originated around the 16th century and is believed to be a deviation of the German term "wolf rahm", meaning "wolf cream". This name was given to tungsten ore due to the belief that it was hindering the smelting of tin by consuming tin like a wolf consumes its prey. Gradually, the term "wolframite" evolved to become the accepted name for the tungsten ore.

Plural form of WOLFRAMINE is WOLFRAMINES