How to pronounce interferase
Say it like IN-ter-fih-rays. Interferase has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN).
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- IN
- ter
- fih
- rays
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Interferase pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- INSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- fihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- raysGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of interferase
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: IN-tuh-fih-ays.
What does interferase mean?
- Any enzyme that interferes with a biochemical process.
Where does interferase come from?
From interfer + -ase.
Questions about saying interferase
How do you pronounce interferase?
Say IN-ter-fih-rays. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪntərfɪˌreɪs/. In British English it is /ˈɪntəfɪˌeɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in interferase?
Interferase has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN). Broken into parts: IN · ter · fih · rays.
Is interferase pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈɪntəfɪˌeɪs/ (IN-tuh-fih-ays).