How Do You Spell MEIOSISES?

Pronunciation: [mˈe͡ɪəsˌa͡ɪzɪz] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "meiosises" may seem confusing at first glance. However, it is pronounced as /maɪˈoʊsəsiz/ (my-oh-suh-seez-iz) and is derived from the biological term "meiosis," referring to the division of cells. The plural form is created by adding -es, which is typical for nouns ending in -sis. Though it may take some practice to spell, knowing the phonetic transcription of the word can help you pronounce and spell it correctly.

Common Misspellings for MEIOSISES

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Etymology of MEIOSISES

The word "meiosises" is the plural form of "meiosis". The etymology of "meiosis" comes from the Greek word "meioun", which means "to make smaller" or "to diminish". It is derived from "meion", meaning "less" or "smaller". In the context of biology, "meiosis" is a type of cell division that results in the formation of gametes (sex cells) with half the number of chromosomes as the parent cell.

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