How to Pronounce Ligand

To pronounce "ligand", say LIG-and — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈlɪɡənd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈlɪɡənd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ligand”

"ligand" has 2 syllables: lig-and.

What does ligand mean?

noun

  1. An ion, molecule, or functional group that binds to another chemical entity to form a larger complex.
  2. A letter that orthography requires to be ligated with one or more other letters.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ligand"?▾

"Ligand" has 2 syllables: lig · and.

What is the IPA transcription of "ligand"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ligand" is /ˈlɪɡənd/.

What does "ligand" mean?▾

Ligand: An ion, molecule, or functional group that binds to another chemical entity to form a larger complex.

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