How to pronounce transwell
Say it like TRANZ-wel. Transwell has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRANZ).
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- TRANZ
- wel
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Transwell pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TRANZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- welKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of transwell
American and British speakers say transwell in essentially the same way: /ˈtrænzwɛl/ in the US and /ˈtrænzwɛl/ in the UK.
British respelling: TRANZ-wel.
What does transwell mean?
- A membrane insert used for cell cultures, between agar wells.
Where does transwell come from?
From trans- + well, originally from the Transwell brand of inserts.
Questions about saying transwell
How do you pronounce transwell?
Say TRANZ-wel. The American pronunciation is /ˈtrænzwɛl/. In British English it is /ˈtrænzwɛl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in transwell?
Transwell has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRANZ). Broken into parts: TRANZ · wel.
Do Americans and Brits say transwell the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtrænzwɛl/ and the British form is /ˈtrænzwɛl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.