How to pronounce metagenesis
Say it like met-uh-JEN-uh-sis. Metagenesis has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (JEN).
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- met
- uh
- JEN
- uh
- sis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Metagenesis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- metGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- JENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- sisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of metagenesis
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: met-uh-JEN-uh-sis.
What does metagenesis mean?
- The production of sexual and asexual organisms in alternate generations.
Where does metagenesis come from?
From meta- + -genesis.
Words that rhyme with metagenesis
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Questions about saying metagenesis
How do you pronounce metagenesis?
Say met-uh-JEN-uh-sis. The American pronunciation is /ˌmɛtəˈdʒɛnəsɪs/. In British English it is /ˌmɛtəˈdʒɛnəsɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in metagenesis?
Metagenesis has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (JEN). Broken into parts: met · uh · JEN · uh · sis.
Is metagenesis pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˌmɛtəˈdʒɛnəsɪs/ (met-uh-JEN-uh-sis).