How to Pronounce Lactase

To pronounce "lactase", say LACT-as-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

LACT-as-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “lactase”

"lactase" has 3 syllables: lact-as-e. It rhymes with base and trace, if that helps it stick.

What does lactase mean?

noun

  1. A β-galactosidase enzyme that is involved in the hydrolysis of the disaccharide lactose into constituent galactose and glucose monomers.

Synonyms

lactase-phlorizin hydrolase

Words that rhyme with lactase

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

basetracecaseembracepaceaceshowcasefacespacedisgraceapaceefface

Related words

deficientlactosidasegalactaselactolysisgalactosidasegalactolipasegalactanaselactobiose

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lactase"?▾

"Lactase" has 3 syllables: lact · as · e.

What does "lactase" mean?▾

Lactase: A β-galactosidase enzyme that is involved in the hydrolysis of the disaccharide lactose into constituent galactose and glucose monomers.

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