Pronunciation of 'Transcription factor'
The term 'transcription factor' refers to proteins that regulate the transcription of genetic information from DNA to RNA. It is pronounced as /trænˈskrɪpʃən ˈfæktər/ in English (en-US).
Word Origin
The term originates from molecular biology, combining 'transcription' (the process of copying genetic information) and 'factor' (a contributing element).
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
Proteins that bind to specific DNA sequences to regulate the transcription of genetic information from DNA to messenger RNA.
Pronounced as 'tran-SKRIP-shun FAK-ter'. 'Tran' as in 'tranquil', 'skrip' as in 'script', 'shun' as in 'function', and 'factor' with stress on the first syllable.