How to Pronounce Rotenone

To pronounce "rotenone", say ROT-en-on-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

8

Letters

ROT-en-on-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “rotenone”

"rotenone" has 4 syllables: rot-en-on-e.

What does rotenone mean?

noun

  1. A toxic crystalline substance obtained from the roots of derris and related plants, widely used as an insecticide.

Synonyms

nicouline

Related words

dehydrorotenoneryanodinedeguelinrodenticiderubrosulphiniodoresiniferatoxinoridoninruberoside

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rotenone"?▾

"Rotenone" has 4 syllables: rot · en · on · e.

What does "rotenone" mean?▾

Rotenone: A toxic crystalline substance obtained from the roots of derris and related plants, widely used as an insecticide.

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