How to Pronounce "melanin"
word
ˈmɛɫənən/, /ˈmɛɫənɪn
MEL-uh-nin
mˈɛlɐnˌɪn
MEL-uh-nin
Definition
Melanin is a natural pigment found in skin, hair, and eyes that gives them their color and helps protect from sun damage.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɛɫənən/, /ˈmɛɫənɪn
British English
mˈɛlɐnˌɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MEL-uh-nin
UK
MEL-uh-nin
Listen in Context
People with more melanin have darker skin.
Sunlight increases the production of melanin.
Melanin gives color to your skin and hair.
My freckles get darker because I have extra melanin in those spots.