genetic
How many syllables in genetic?
There are 3 syllables in the word genetic.How to pronounce genetic:
Synonyms for genetic:
congenital
familial
hereditary
heritable
inborn
inbred
inherent
inheritable
inherited
transmissible
transmitted
Antonyms for genetic:
acquired
learned
nonhereditary
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Syllable Fun Fact
The variation in syllable count for the same word between British and American English accents, such as 'secretary', reflects differences in pronunciation standards.
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