How to Pronounce Gametes

To pronounce "gametes", say GAM-et-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

GAM-et-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “gametes”

"gametes" has 3 syllables: gam-et-es.

What does gametes mean?

noun

  1. A reproductive cell (sperm in males or eggs in females), having only half of a complete set of chromosomes.

Synonyms

sex cell

Related words

biflagellateisogamousnonrecombinantovaoocyteovumspermembryos

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gametes"?▾

"Gametes" has 3 syllables: gam · et · es.

What does "gametes" mean?▾

Gametes: A reproductive cell (sperm in males or eggs in females), having only half of a complete set of chromosomes.

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