How to Pronounce Phenotype

To pronounce "phenotype", say PHEN-otyp-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈfiːnə(ʊ)ˌtaɪp/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈfiːnə(ʊ)ˌtaɪp/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “phenotype”

"phenotype" has 3 syllables: phen-otyp-e. It rhymes with archetype and gripe, if that helps it stick.

What does phenotype mean?

noun

  1. The appearance of an organism based on a multifactorial combination of genetic traits and environmental factors, especially used in pedigrees.
  2. Any observable characteristic of an organism, such as its morphological, developmental, biochemical or physiological properties, or its behavior.

verb

  1. To evaluate or classify based on phenotype

Words that rhyme with phenotype

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

archetypegripesnipeprototypetyperipewipepipestereotypehypestripeswipe

Related words

phenotypingformappearancemorphologycharacteristicsconstitutiontraitsstructure

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "phenotype"?▾

"Phenotype" has 3 syllables: phen · otyp · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "phenotype"?▾

The IPA transcription of "phenotype" is /ˈfiːnə(ʊ)ˌtaɪp/.

What does "phenotype" mean?▾

Phenotype: The appearance of an organism based on a multifactorial combination of genetic traits and environmental factors, especially used in pedigrees.

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