aminobenzaldehyde
Syllables
a-mi-no-benz-al-de-hyde
Pronunciation
/ˌæmɪnoʊˈbɛnzældɪhaɪd/
Stress
0001000
Morphemes
ami- + benz- + -hyde
Aminobenzaldehyde is divided into seven syllables: a-mi-no-benz-al-de-hyde. The primary stress falls on 'benz'. The word is a chemical compound name composed of the prefix 'ami-', the root 'benz-', and the suffix '-hyde'. Syllable division follows vowel-initial and consonant cluster rules, respecting morphemic boundaries.
Definitions
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An organic compound with the chemical formula C7H7NO. It consists of a benzene ring substituted with an amino group (-NH2) and an aldehyde group (-CHO).
“Aminobenzaldehyde is a key intermediate in the synthesis of various dyes and pharmaceuticals.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('benz'). The stress pattern is typical for complex chemical compound names.
Syllables
a — Open, unstressed syllable.. mi — Closed, unstressed syllable.. no — Open, unstressed syllable.. benz — Closed, stressed syllable.. al — Open, unstressed syllable.. de — Open, unstressed syllable.. hyde — Closed, unstressed syllable.
Word Parts
ami-
Derived from 'amino-', indicating the presence of an amine group. Origin: Latin via French.
benz-
Derived from benzene, a core aromatic hydrocarbon structure. Origin: German/French, ultimately from Arabic 'banj'.
-hyde
Part of the 'aldehyde' functional group naming convention. Origin: German/Dutch.
Similar Words
Vowel-Initial Syllable
Each syllable begins with a vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are generally maintained within a syllable unless they can be broken by a vowel.
Morpheme Boundary Rule
Syllable division respects morphemic boundaries where possible.
- The compound nature of the word and its chemical nomenclature require careful consideration of morphemic boundaries.
- The pronunciation of 'benz' can vary, but the syllable division here prioritizes the morphemic structure.
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