Translation of Romanian word "gen" to English
gen
/dʒen/
Meaning
NounA theoretical unit of heredity of living organisms which may take several values and (in principle) predetermines a precise trait of an organism's form (phenotype), such as hair color.
How to use
Neuter noun. Can mean gender, genre, or gene (though 'genă' is preferred for biology). Common vocabulary item used in everyday spoken and written Romanian across formal and informal registers.
🇬🇧 English
gene
Example
Cercetătorii au identificat gena responsabilă de această boală.
Researchers identified the gene responsible for this disease.
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Common phrases
- gen muzical— musical genre
- gen masculin— masculine gender
- de acest gen— of this kind
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Romanian word "gen" mean?▼
The Romanian word "gen" means "gene" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Cercetătorii au identificat gena responsabilă de această boală." (which translates as "Researchers identified the gene responsible for this disease.").
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