How to Pronounce Genome

To pronounce "genome", say GEN-om-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈdʒiː.nəʊm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈdʒiː.nəʊm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “genome”

"genome" has 3 syllables: gen-om-e. It rhymes with home and roam, if that helps it stick.

What does genome mean?

noun

  1. The complete genetic information (either DNA or, in some viruses, RNA) of an organism.

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Words that rhyme with genome

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homeroamcombloammonochromecatacombglomehippodromegloamgnomehoneycombsloam

Related words

dnagenomicsgenegeneticmicroarraygeneticallywidegenes

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "genome"?▾

"Genome" has 3 syllables: gen · om · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "genome"?▾

The IPA transcription of "genome" is /ˈdʒiː.nəʊm/.

What does "genome" mean?▾

Genome: The complete genetic information (either DNA or, in some viruses, RNA) of an organism.

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