How to Pronounce Neurons

To pronounce "neurons", say NEUR-ons — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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NEUR-ons

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"neurons" has 2 syllables: neur-ons.

What does neurons 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

Related words

brainscellsfloodgatesnervesneuronesonesunits

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How many syllables are in "neurons"?▾

"Neurons" has 2 syllables: neur · ons.

What does "neurons" mean?▾

Neurons: 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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