How to Pronounce Dextrorotatory

To pronounce "dextrorotatory", say DEXTR-or-ot-at-ory — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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DEXTR-or-ot-at-ory

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"dextrorotatory" has 5 syllables: dextr-or-ot-at-ory.

What does dextrorotatory mean?

adjective

  1. (of an optically active compound or crystal) That rotates the plane of polarized light to the right, or clockwise.

    Dexibuprofen is the active dextrorotatory enantiomer of ibuprofen.

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How many syllables are in "dextrorotatory"?

"Dextrorotatory" has 5 syllables: dextr · or · ot · at · ory.

What does "dextrorotatory" mean?

Dextrorotatory: (of an optically active compound or crystal) That rotates the plane of polarized light to the right, or clockwise.

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