How to Pronounce Epigenetics

To pronounce "epigenetics", say EP-ig-en-et-ics — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌɛpɪd͡ʒəˈnɛtɪks/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˌɛpɪd͡ʒəˈnɛtɪks/

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💡 Tip for remembering “epigenetics”

"epigenetics" has 5 syllables: ep-ig-en-et-ics.

What does epigenetics mean?

noun

  1. The study of the processes involved in the genetic development of an organism, especially the activation and deactivation of genes.
  2. The study of heritable changes caused by the activation and deactivation of genes without any change in DNA sequence.

Related words

reprogrammingepigenomicsepigenicsepigenomeepigenesistepigenotypingepigenotypeecogenetics

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "epigenetics"?▾

"Epigenetics" has 5 syllables: ep · ig · en · et · ics.

What is the IPA transcription of "epigenetics"?▾

The IPA transcription of "epigenetics" is /ˌɛpɪd͡ʒəˈnɛtɪks/.

What does "epigenetics" mean?▾

Epigenetics: The study of the processes involved in the genetic development of an organism, especially the activation and deactivation of genes.

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