How to pronounce dynein
Say it like DY-neen. Dynein has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DY).
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- DY
- neen
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dynein pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- neenKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of dynein
American and British speakers say dynein in essentially the same way: /ˈdaɪnin/ in the US and /ˈdaɪnin/ in the UK.
British respelling: DY-neen.
What does dynein mean?
- Any of a group of enzymes that hydrolyze ATP and thus provide motive power for motile structures such as microtubules.
Questions about saying dynein
How do you pronounce dynein?
Say DY-neen. The American pronunciation is /ˈdaɪnin/. In British English it is /ˈdaɪnin/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dynein?
Dynein has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DY). Broken into parts: DY · neen.
Do Americans and Brits say dynein the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdaɪnin/ and the British form is /ˈdaɪnin/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.