How to Pronounce Intein

To pronounce "intein", say INT-ein — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

INT-ein

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💡 Tip for remembering “intein”

"intein" has 2 syllables: int-ein.

What does intein mean?

noun

  1. A segment of a protein, analogous to an intron, that is able to excise itself, the gap being closed with a peptide bond

Related words

exteinintronprotointronexoninnexinexcisionasepseudoexonmicroexon

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How many syllables are in "intein"?▾

"Intein" has 2 syllables: int · ein.

What does "intein" mean?▾

Intein: A segment of a protein, analogous to an intron, that is able to excise itself, the gap being closed with a peptide bond

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