How to Pronounce Squalene

To pronounce "squalene", say SQUAL-en-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈskweɪliːn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈskweɪliːn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “squalene”

"squalene" has 3 syllables: squal-en-e. It rhymes with villein and scalene, if that helps it stick.

What does squalene mean?

noun

  1. A linear triterpene hydrocarbon found in shark liver oil and in human sebum; it plays a role in the biosynthesis of steroids.

Words that rhyme with squalene

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

villeinscalenexylenemelenestelenesilenefraulein

Related words

squalaneperhydrosqualenepresqualeneepoxysqualenehydroxysqualeneoxidosqualenesqualenoyldehydrosqualene

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "squalene"?▾

"Squalene" has 3 syllables: squal · en · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "squalene"?▾

The IPA transcription of "squalene" is /ˈskweɪliːn/.

What does "squalene" mean?▾

Squalene: A linear triterpene hydrocarbon found in shark liver oil and in human sebum; it plays a role in the biosynthesis of steroids.

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