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Words with Suffix “--ein” in English (GB)

Browse English (GB) words ending with the suffix “--ein”, complete with pronunciations, syllable breakdowns, and linguistic insights.

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--ein From Greek -ειν, a chemical nomenclature suffix.

sulphonephthalein
4 syllables17 letters
sul·phone·phtha·lein
/ˈsʌlfəʊnˌfθæliːn/
noun

Sulphonephthalein is divided into four syllables: sul-phone-phtha-lein, with primary stress on the third syllable. The word is morphologically complex, consisting of a 'sulphon-' prefix, 'phthal-' root, and '-ein' suffix. Syllabification follows standard English CV and open/closed syllable rules.

sulphonphthalein
4 syllables16 letters
sul·phon·phtha·lein
/ˈsʌlfənˌfθæliːn/
noun

The word 'sulphonphthalein' is divided into four syllables: sul-phon-phtha-lein, with primary stress on the third syllable. It's a noun of Greek origin, functioning as a chemical compound name. Syllable division follows rules maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.