How to Pronounce Neuron

To pronounce "neuron", say NEUR-on — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈnjəɹɑn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈnjəɹɑn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “neuron”

"neuron" has 2 syllables: neur-on. It rhymes with tebuthiuron and agouron, if that helps it stick.

What does neuron mean?

noun

  1. A cell of the nervous system, which conducts nerve impulses; consisting of an axon and several dendrites. Neurons are connected by synapses.
  2. A nervure of an insect's wing.

Synonyms

nerve cellneurocyte

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Words that rhyme with neuron

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tebuthiuronagouron

Related words

glianerveneuralschwannneuroneneurocyte

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "neuron"?▾

"Neuron" has 2 syllables: neur · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "neuron"?▾

The IPA transcription of "neuron" is /ˈnjəɹɑn/.

What does "neuron" mean?▾

Neuron: A cell of the nervous system, which conducts nerve impulses; consisting of an axon and several dendrites. Neurons are connected by synapses.

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