How to pronounce abzyme
Say it like AB-zyme. Abzyme has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AB).
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- AB
- zyme
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abzyme pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ABSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- zymeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of abzyme
American and British speakers say abzyme in essentially the same way: /ˈæbzaɪm/ in the US and /ˈæbzaɪm/ in the UK.
British respelling: AB-zyme.
What does abzyme mean?
- An antibody with catalytic properties.
Where does abzyme come from?
Blend of antibody + enzyme.
Questions about saying abzyme
How do you pronounce abzyme?
Say AB-zyme. The American pronunciation is /ˈæbzaɪm/. In British English it is /ˈæbzaɪm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abzyme?
Abzyme has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AB). Broken into parts: AB · zyme.
Do Americans and Brits say abzyme the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈæbzaɪm/ and the British form is /ˈæbzaɪm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.