To pronounce "phototropism", say PHOT-otr-op-ism — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"phototropism" has 4 syllables: phot-otr-op-ism. It rhymes with cytotropism, if that helps it stick.
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"Phototropism" has 4 syllables: phot · otr · op · ism.
Phototropism: The movement of a plant towards or away from light
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