How to Pronounce Thigmotaxis

To pronounce "thigmotaxis", say THIGM-ot-ax-is — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

THIGM-ot-ax-is

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💡 Tip for remembering “thigmotaxis”

"thigmotaxis" has 4 syllables: thigm-ot-ax-is.

What does thigmotaxis mean?

noun

  1. The movement of an organism either towards or away from the stimulus of physical contact.

Related words

thygmotaxisthigmotropismthigmokinesisstereotaxistelotaxisphobotaxisgalvanotaxisthigmatropism

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "thigmotaxis"?▾

"Thigmotaxis" has 4 syllables: thigm · ot · ax · is.

What does "thigmotaxis" mean?▾

Thigmotaxis: The movement of an organism either towards or away from the stimulus of physical contact.

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