Pronunciation of 'Chromosome'

The word 'chromosome' refers to structures within cells that contain DNA and proteins, playing a crucial role in heredity and genetic function. It is pronounced as 'ˈkroʊməˌsoʊm' in English (en-US).

Word Origin

The term 'chromosome' originates from the Greek words 'chroma' meaning color and 'soma' meaning body, referring to the staining properties of chromosomes when viewed under a microscope.

Pronunciation Details

English (United States)

ˈkroʊməˌsoʊm/ˈkroʊməˌsoʊm/Slow

A structure within cells that contains DNA and proteins, essential for genetic inheritance.

Pronounced as 'KROH-muh-sohm', with stress on the first syllable. 'KROH' as in 'crow', 'muh' as in 'muh', and 'sohm' as in 'home'.

English (United Kingdom)

ˈkrəʊməˌsəʊm/ˈkrəʊməˌsəʊm/Slow