English pronunciation · Words Starting with P
Protein Pronunciation
Protein is pronounced PROH-teen, IPA /ˈproʊˌtin/.
PROH-teen
US /ˈproʊˌtin/ · UK /ˈprəʊtiːn/
Syllables: PROH · teen (2 syllables, stress on syllable 1)
noun: A nutrient found in meat, beans, and eggs, and a class of molecules every living thing needs.
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Protein in a Sentence
- Add a little protein to the meal.
- Each protein folds into its own shape.
- Lentils give you protein for very little money.
Common Mispronunciations of Protein
Not PROH-tee-in
The ei is one long ee, which closes the word like teen and holds it to two beats.
Not proh-TEEN
Weight sits right at the front, which is unusual for a word this scientific-looking.
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