Pronunciation of 'Mitochondrion'
The word 'mitochondrion' is pronounced as /ˌmaɪtəˈkɒndrɪən/ in English (en-US). It refers to an organelle found in most eukaryotic cells, responsible for energy production. The term originates from Greek words 'mitos' meaning thread and 'khondrion' meaning granule.
Word Origin
Greek origin: 'mitos' (thread) + 'khondrion' (granule).
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
An organelle in eukaryotic cells responsible for producing energy through cellular respiration.
Pronounced as 'MY-toh-KON-dree-uhn'. 'MY' as in 'my', 'toh' as in 'toe', 'KON' as in 'con', 'dree' as in 'tree', and 'uhn' as in 'un'.