How to Pronounce Orcein

To pronounce "orcein", say ORC-ein — 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

ORC-ein

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💡 Tip for remembering “orcein”

"orcein" has 2 syllables: orc-ein.

What does orcein mean?

noun

  1. A dye, related to litmus, that is extracted from the lichen Rocella tinctoria; used as a microscopic stain and as a food colouring

Synonyms

E121orchil

Related words

acetoleucoorceincroceincroceinepentacrininorchilchlorocruorinrucinol

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "orcein"?▾

"Orcein" has 2 syllables: orc · ein.

What does "orcein" mean?▾

Orcein: A dye, related to litmus, that is extracted from the lichen Rocella tinctoria; used as a microscopic stain and as a food colouring

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