How to Pronounce Cytochrome

To pronounce "cytochrome", say CYTOCHR-om-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈsaɪtəkɹəʊm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

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10

Letters

/ˈsaɪtəkɹəʊm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “cytochrome”

"cytochrome" has 3 syllables: cytochr-om-e. It rhymes with phytochrome, if that helps it stick.

What does cytochrome mean?

noun

  1. Any of various related hemoproteins found in the cells of most organisms, which are an important part of cell respiration.

Words that rhyme with cytochrome

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

phytochrome

Related words

oxidaseoxidoreductasereductaseinducedhemeproteinhemoproteinhaemoproteinchromoprotein

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cytochrome"?▾

"Cytochrome" has 3 syllables: cytochr · om · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "cytochrome"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cytochrome" is /ˈsaɪtəkɹəʊm/.

What does "cytochrome" mean?▾

Cytochrome: Any of various related hemoproteins found in the cells of most organisms, which are an important part of cell respiration.

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