How to Pronounce Terpenes

To pronounce "terpenes", say TERP-en-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

TERP-en-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “terpenes”

"terpenes" has 3 syllables: terp-en-es.

What does terpenes mean?

noun

  1. A very large class of naturally occurring and synthetic organic compounds formally derived from the hydrocarbon isoprene; they include many volatile compounds used in perfume and food flavours, turpentine, the steroids, the carotene pigments and rubber.

Related words

bicyclicmonocyclicterpineolcannabinoidsphytochemicalscannabinoidphytonutrientsaromatics

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How many syllables are in "terpenes"?▾

"Terpenes" has 3 syllables: terp · en · es.

What does "terpenes" mean?▾

Terpenes: A very large class of naturally occurring and synthetic organic compounds formally derived from the hydrocarbon isoprene; they include many volatile compounds used in perfume and food flavours, turpentine, the steroids, the carotene pigments and rubber.

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