To pronounce "nyctinastic", say NYCTIN-ast-ic — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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NYCTIN-ast-ic
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"nyctinastic" has 3 syllables: nyctin-ast-ic.
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"Nyctinastic" has 3 syllables: nyctin · ast · ic.
Nyctinastic: Relating to nyctinasty, the movement of leaves or petals in response to darkness.
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