How to Pronounce Nekton

To pronounce "nekton", say NEKT-on — 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

NEKT-on

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💡 Tip for remembering “nekton”

"nekton" has 2 syllables: nekt-on. It rhymes with pecten and pectin, if that helps it stick.

What does nekton mean?

noun

  1. All organisms in the ocean that are capable of swimming independently of currents.

Words that rhyme with nekton

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pectenpectinlectinbendectinbecton

Related words

neustonnektobenthoshyponeustonnektoplanktonosmoconformernotonectidrheobiontzooplankter

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nekton"?▾

"Nekton" has 2 syllables: nekt · on.

What does "nekton" mean?▾

Nekton: All organisms in the ocean that are capable of swimming independently of currents.

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