To pronounce "allergen", say ALL-erg-en — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"allergen" has 3 syllables: all-erg-en. It rhymes with allergan, if that helps it stick.
Sounds exactly like: allergan — easy to mix up when writing.
noun
“Pollen, dust, and spores are common allergens.”
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"Allergen" has 3 syllables: all · erg · en.
Allergen: A substance which causes an allergic reaction.
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