How to Pronounce Leucine

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

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Syllables

7

Letters

LEUC-in-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “leucine”

"leucine" has 3 syllables: leuc-in-e. It rhymes with brucine and rusine, if that helps it stick.

What does leucine mean?

noun

  1. An essential amino acid, C6H13NO2, isomeric with isoleucine, found in most animal proteins; it is essential for growth in children.

Synonyms

Leu

Words that rhyme with leucine

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

brucinerusine

Related words

aminopeptidaseglycylalanylenkephalinzipperzippersleucinisoleucine

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "leucine"?▾

"Leucine" has 3 syllables: leuc · in · e.

What does "leucine" mean?▾

Leucine: An essential amino acid, C6H13NO2, isomeric with isoleucine, found in most animal proteins; it is essential for growth in children.

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