How to pronounce terpene
Say it like TUR-peen. Terpene has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUR).
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- TUR
- peen
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Terpene pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- peenKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of terpene
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TUR-peen.
What does terpene mean?
- Any of a very large class of naturally occurring and synthetic organic compounds formally derived from the hydrocarbon isoprene; they include many volatile compounds used in perfume and food flavors, turpentine, the steroids, the carotene pigments and rubber.
Where does terpene come from?
From German Terpen, coined by August Kekulé in 1866 in analogy to German Terpentin, from Latin terebinthina.
Questions about saying terpene
How do you pronounce terpene?
Say TUR-peen. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɝpin/. In British English it is /ˈtɜːpin/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in terpene?
Terpene has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUR). Broken into parts: TUR · peen.
Is terpene 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 /ˈtɜːpin/ (TUR-peen).