How to Pronounce Substituents

To pronounce "substituents", say SUBST-it-uents — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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SUBST-it-uents

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💡 Tip for remembering “substituents”

"substituents" has 3 syllables: subst-it-uents.

What does substituents mean?

noun

  1. Any atom, group, or radical substituted for another, or entering a molecule in place of some other part which is removed
  2. (grammar) pro-form

Related words

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How many syllables are in "substituents"?▾

"Substituents" has 3 syllables: subst · it · uents.

What does "substituents" mean?▾

Substituents: Any atom, group, or radical substituted for another, or entering a molecule in place of some other part which is removed

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