How to Pronounce Enzyme

To pronounce "enzyme", say ENZYM-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɛn.zaɪm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɛn.zaɪm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “enzyme”

"enzyme" has 2 syllables: enzym-e. It rhymes with paradigm and sublime, if that helps it stick.

What does enzyme mean?

noun

  1. A globular protein that catalyses a biological chemical reaction.
  2. Leavened bread, as opposed to azyme

Words that rhyme with enzyme

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

paradigmsublimeprimechimepantomimemaritimestimetimeslimeclimblimerhyme

Related words

proteinphosphataseenzymicenzymatictrandolaprillinkedcuringcurative

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "enzyme"?▾

"Enzyme" has 2 syllables: enzym · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "enzyme"?▾

The IPA transcription of "enzyme" is /ˈɛn.zaɪm/.

What does "enzyme" mean?▾

Enzyme: A globular protein that catalyses a biological chemical reaction.

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