How to pronounce anaphase
Say it like AN-uh-fayz. Anaphase has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AN).
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- AN
- uh
- fayz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Anaphase pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- fayzGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of anaphase
American and British speakers say anaphase in essentially the same way: /ˈænəˌfeɪz/ in the US and /ˈænəˌfeɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: AN-uh-fayz.
What does anaphase mean?
- The stage of mitosis and meiosis during which the chromosomes separate, the chromatid moving to opposite poles of the cell.
Questions about saying anaphase
How do you pronounce anaphase?
Say AN-uh-fayz. The American pronunciation is /ˈænəˌfeɪz/. In British English it is /ˈænəˌfeɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in anaphase?
Anaphase has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AN). Broken into parts: AN · uh · fayz.
Do Americans and Brits say anaphase the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈænəˌfeɪz/ and the British form is /ˈænəˌfeɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.