How to pronounce transgenic
Say it like tranz-JEN-ik. Transgenic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (JEN).
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- tranz
- JEN
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Transgenic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- tranzGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- JENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of transgenic
- British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat.
British respelling: trahnz-JEN-ik.
What does transgenic mean?
- Of, or pertaining to an organism whose genome has been changed by the addition of a gene from another species; (of an organism) whose genome has been changed by such addition, genetically modified.
- An organism whose genome has been genetically modified.
Where does transgenic come from?
From trans- + -genic.
Words that rhyme with transgenic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of transgenic.
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Questions about saying transgenic
How do you pronounce transgenic?
Say tranz-JEN-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌtrænzˈdʒɛnɪk/. In British English it is /trɑːnzˈdʒɛnɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in transgenic?
Transgenic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (JEN). Broken into parts: tranz · JEN · ik.
Is transgenic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat. The British form is /trɑːnzˈdʒɛnɪk/ (trahnz-JEN-ik).