How to Pronounce Dysgenic

To pronounce "dysgenic", say DYSGEN-ic — 2 syllables, IPA /dɪsˈdʒɛnɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

/dɪsˈdʒɛnɪk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “dysgenic”

"dysgenic" has 2 syllables: dysgen-ic.

What does dysgenic mean?

adjective

  1. Of or relating to, or causing degeneration or deterioration in offspring

Antonyms

eugenic

Related words

cacogenicdysgenicaldysgeneticdegenerationaldysploiddegenerativedysontogeneticdysmorphogenetic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dysgenic"?▾

"Dysgenic" has 2 syllables: dysgen · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "dysgenic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dysgenic" is /dɪsˈdʒɛnɪk/.

What does "dysgenic" mean?▾

Dysgenic: Of or relating to, or causing degeneration or deterioration in offspring

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