How to Pronounce Tragacanth

To pronounce "tragacanth", say TRAG-ac-anth — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

TRAG-ac-anth

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💡 Tip for remembering “tragacanth”

"tragacanth" has 3 syllables: trag-ac-anth.

What does tragacanth mean?

noun

  1. A polysaccharide gum, extracted from several species of leguminous plants of the genus Astragalus, formerly used medicinally and now as a food additive. Also more fully gum tragacanth.

Synonyms

E413emulsifierstabiliserthickener

Related words

mucilagegumarabicacaciaastragaline

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tragacanth"?▾

"Tragacanth" has 3 syllables: trag · ac · anth.

What does "tragacanth" mean?▾

Tragacanth: A polysaccharide gum, extracted from several species of leguminous plants of the genus Astragalus, formerly used medicinally and now as a food additive. Also more fully gum tragacanth.

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