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How do you pronounce aerodyne?
The recorded pronunciation is /ˈɛɹədˌaɪn/.
What does aerodyne mean?
A heavier-than-air aircraft, deriving its lift from motion.
Where does aerodyne come from?
Back-formation from aerodynamic. Analysable as aero- + -dyne (“motor-powered flight”).

How to pronounce aerodyne

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “aerodyne”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling (/ˈɛɹədˌaɪn/) so you know which sounds to aim for.
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  4. Repeat and practice — Say “aerodyne” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.