How to Pronounce Protoplasm

To pronounce "protoplasm", say PROT-opl-asm — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

PROT-opl-asm

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💡 Tip for remembering “protoplasm”

"protoplasm" has 3 syllables: prot-opl-asm.

What does protoplasm mean?

noun

  1. The entire contents of a cell comprising the nucleus and the cytoplasm. It is a semi-fluid, transparent substance which is the living matter of plant and animal cells.

Related words

protoplastcytioplasmspermoplasmectoplasmectoplastcytoblastemastereoplasmspheroplasm

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How many syllables are in "protoplasm"?▾

"Protoplasm" has 3 syllables: prot · opl · asm.

What does "protoplasm" mean?▾

Protoplasm: The entire contents of a cell comprising the nucleus and the cytoplasm. It is a semi-fluid, transparent substance which is the living matter of plant and animal cells.

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