How to pronounce endogenous
Say it like en-DAW-jen-us. Endogenous has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DAW).
- en
- DAW
- jen
- us
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Endogenous pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- enGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- DAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- jenKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- usKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of endogenous
American and British speakers say endogenous in essentially the same way: /ˌɛnˈdɔdʒɛnəs/ in the US and /ɛnˈdɒdʒɪnəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: en-DOJ-ih-nus.
What does endogenous mean?
- Produced, originating or growing from within.
- Of a natural process: caused by factors within the body.
Where does endogenous come from?
From endogen + -ous or endo- + -genous.
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Questions about saying endogenous
How do you pronounce endogenous?
Say en-DAW-jen-us. The American pronunciation is /ˌɛnˈdɔdʒɛnəs/. In British English it is /ɛnˈdɒdʒɪnəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in endogenous?
Endogenous has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DAW). Broken into parts: en · DAW · jen · us.
Do Americans and Brits say endogenous the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌɛnˈdɔdʒɛnəs/ and the British form is /ɛnˈdɒdʒɪnəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.