How to Pronounce "guanine"
word
ˈɡwɑˌnin
GWAH-neen
ɡwˈɑːnaɪn
gwah-NINE
Definition
Guanine is one of the four main bases found in DNA and RNA, forming part of the genetic code in living things.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡwɑˌnin
British English
ɡwˈɑːnaɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GWAH-neen
UK
gwah-NINE
Listen in Context
Guanine is one of the four bases in DNA.
You can find guanine in both DNA and RNA.
Guanine pairs with cytosine in the DNA structure.
Researchers study how guanine mutations affect genes.