How to Pronounce Haem

To pronounce "haem", say HAEM — one syllable, IPA /hiːm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/hiːm/

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What does haem mean?

noun

  1. The component of hemoglobin (and other hemoproteins) responsible for binding oxygen. It consists of an iron ion that binds oxygen and a porphyrin ring that binds the globin molecules; one molecule binds one molecule of oxygen.

Related words

hemehaematuriahaematomahaematinhaemorrhagehaematichaematitehaematine

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "haem"?▾

"Haem" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "haem"?▾

The IPA transcription of "haem" is /hiːm/.

What does "haem" mean?▾

Haem: The component of hemoglobin (and other hemoproteins) responsible for binding oxygen. It consists of an iron ion that binds oxygen and a porphyrin ring that binds the globin molecules; one molecule binds one molecule of oxygen.

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