How to Pronounce “eyeshine” in English
/ɪʃæɪn/
eye·shine
Hear “eyeshine” spoken naturally in real English.
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What does “eyeshine” mean?
- A visible effect of the tapetum lucidum, causing the pupil to appear to glow when a light is shone into the eye.
Example sentences
- “The color of that glow, also called eyeshine, depends on what the tapetum lucidum is made of.”
- “Some fish eyes use guanine—one of the chemical building blocks in DNA—and have white eyeshine.”
Common phrases
How to pronounce “eyeshine”
- Syllables:
- eye · shine
- IPA:
- /ɪʃæɪn/
- Listen for:
- the stressed syllable in the clips above — notice how surrounding sounds blend in natural speech.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you pronounce “eyeshine”?
“eyeshine” is pronounced /ɪʃæɪn/ (eye · shine). Listen to the native-speaker clips above to hear it in real conversation.
How many syllables are in “eyeshine”?
“eyeshine” has 2 syllables: eye · shine.
What does “eyeshine” mean?
A visible effect of the tapetum lucidum, causing the pupil to appear to glow when a light is shone into the eye.
How can I hear “eyeshine” used in real sentences?
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