How to Pronounce Dicentric

To pronounce "dicentric", say DIC-entr-ic — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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DIC-entr-ic

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💡 Tip for remembering “dicentric”

"dicentric" has 3 syllables: dic-entr-ic.

What does dicentric mean?

noun

  1. A chromosome that has two centromeres

adjective

  1. (of a chromosome) Having two centromeres (an aberration)

Related words

chromatidchromatidsisodicentricmonocentricpolycentricbicentricheterodiploiddecaploid

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dicentric"?▾

"Dicentric" has 3 syllables: dic · entr · ic.

What does "dicentric" mean?▾

Dicentric: A chromosome that has two centromeres

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