How to pronounce capsid
Say it like KAP-sid. Capsid has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAP).
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- KAP
- sid
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Capsid pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- sidKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of capsid
American and British speakers say capsid in essentially the same way: /ˈkæpsɪd/ in the US and /ˈkæpsɪd/ in the UK.
British respelling: KAP-sid.
What does capsid mean?
- The outer protein shell of a virus.
Where does capsid come from?
From French capside.
Questions about saying capsid
How do you pronounce capsid?
Say KAP-sid. The American pronunciation is /ˈkæpsɪd/. In British English it is /ˈkæpsɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in capsid?
Capsid has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAP). Broken into parts: KAP · sid.
Do Americans and Brits say capsid the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkæpsɪd/ and the British form is /ˈkæpsɪd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.