How to Pronounce Anticodons

To pronounce "anticodons", say ANT-ic-od-ons — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

ANT-ic-od-ons

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"anticodons" has 4 syllables: ant-ic-od-ons.

What does anticodons mean?

noun

  1. A sequence of three nucleotides in transfer RNA that binds to the complementary triplet (codon) in messenger RNA to specify an amino acid during protein synthesis.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "anticodons"?▾

"Anticodons" has 4 syllables: ant · ic · od · ons.

What does "anticodons" mean?▾

Anticodons: A sequence of three nucleotides in transfer RNA that binds to the complementary triplet (codon) in messenger RNA to specify an amino acid during protein synthesis.

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