How to Pronounce Receptor

To pronounce "receptor", say REC-ept-or — 3 syllables, IPA /ɹɪˈsɛp.tə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ɹɪˈsɛp.tə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “receptor”

"receptor" has 3 syllables: rec-ept-or. It rhymes with sceptre and interceptor, if that helps it stick.

What does receptor mean?

noun

  1. A protein on a cell wall that binds with specific molecules so that they can be absorbed into the cell in order to control certain functions.
  2. Any specialized cell or structure that responds to sensory stimuli.

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Words that rhyme with receptor

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sceptreinterceptorsepter

Related words

recipientreceiptreceivingreceptionlocatorreceptiveactuationhost

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "receptor"?▾

"Receptor" has 3 syllables: rec · ept · or.

What is the IPA transcription of "receptor"?▾

The IPA transcription of "receptor" is /ɹɪˈsɛp.tə/.

What does "receptor" mean?▾

Receptor: A protein on a cell wall that binds with specific molecules so that they can be absorbed into the cell in order to control certain functions.

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