How Do You Spell SPERTINIITE?

Pronunciation: [spˈɜːtɪnˌɪa͡ɪt] (IPA)

Spertiniite is a rare mineral that was discovered in 2007 in a sulfide deposit in Russia. The spelling of this word includes the IPA phonetic transcription /spɛr.tɪˈni.aɪt/. The first syllable "spɛr" sounds like "spare" with a short "e" sound, while the second syllable "tɪ" sounds like "ti" in "tip". The stress is on the third syllable "ni", which sounds like "knee". The final syllable "aɪt" sounds like "ite" in "bite". The correct pronunciation of this word is essential to accurately discuss this unique mineral.