How to pronounce zymophyte
Say it like ZY-moh-fyte. Zymophyte has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZY).
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- ZY
- moh
- fyte
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Zymophyte pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ZYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- mohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- fyteKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of zymophyte
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: ZY-moh-fyte.
What does zymophyte mean?
- A fermentation produced by bacteria, yeasts or similar micro-organisms.
Where does zymophyte come from?
From zymo- (“yeast”) + -phyte (“plant”).
Questions about saying zymophyte
How do you pronounce zymophyte?
Say ZY-moh-fyte. The American pronunciation is /ˈzaɪmoʊfaɪt/. In British English it is /ˈzaɪməʊfaɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in zymophyte?
Zymophyte has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZY). Broken into parts: ZY · moh · fyte.
Is zymophyte pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈzaɪməʊfaɪt/ (ZY-moh-fyte).