How to Pronounce Trichome

To pronounce "trichome", say TRICH-om-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈtɹaɪkoʊm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈtɹaɪkoʊm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “trichome”

"trichome" has 3 syllables: trich-om-e.

What does trichome mean?

noun

  1. A hair- or scale-like extension of the epidermis of a plant.
  2. Hairlike structures found in some microscopic organisms and algae.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "trichome"?▾

"Trichome" has 3 syllables: trich · om · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "trichome"?▾

The IPA transcription of "trichome" is /ˈtɹaɪkoʊm/.

What does "trichome" mean?▾

Trichome: A hair- or scale-like extension of the epidermis of a plant.

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