How to Pronounce Cytoplasm

To pronounce "cytoplasm", say CYTOPL-asm — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsaɪtəʊˌplæzəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈsaɪtəʊˌplæzəm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “cytoplasm”

"cytoplasm" has 2 syllables: cytopl-asm. It rhymes with enthusiasm and phantasm, if that helps it stick.

What does cytoplasm mean?

noun

  1. The contents of a cell except for the nucleus. It includes cytosol, organelles, vesicles, and the cytoskeleton.

Words that rhyme with cytoplasm

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

enthusiasmphantasmchasmspasmsarcasmneoplasmphasmplasmiconoclasmshazamplasm-

Related words

cytosolplasmalemmaamphophilicendoplasmprotoplasmhyaloplasmplasm

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cytoplasm"?▾

"Cytoplasm" has 2 syllables: cytopl · asm.

What is the IPA transcription of "cytoplasm"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cytoplasm" is /ˈsaɪtəʊˌplæzəm/.

What does "cytoplasm" mean?▾

Cytoplasm: The contents of a cell except for the nucleus. It includes cytosol, organelles, vesicles, and the cytoskeleton.

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