paraaminophenol
Syllables
pa-ra-a-mi-no-phe-nol
Pronunciation
/ˌpærəˈæmɪnoʊˌfiːnɒl/
Stress
0010001
Morphemes
para- + amino- + -phenol
Para-aminophenol is a seven-syllable noun with primary stress on the third syllable ('mi'). Syllabification follows standard English onset-rhyme structure, considering the word's complex morphology and Greek/Latin origins. The division reflects natural prosodic grouping and is consistent with similar chemical compounds.
Definitions
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An organic compound with the chemical formula C6H7NO. It is a derivative of phenol, containing an amino group in the para position.
“Para-aminophenol is a key intermediate in the production of paracetamol.”
syn:p-Aminophenol
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('mi'). The stress pattern is typical for compounds of this type.
Syllables
pa — Open syllable, onset 'p', rhyme 'ə'. ra — Open syllable, onset 'r', rhyme 'ə'. a — Open syllable, single vowel. mi — Closed syllable, onset 'm', rhyme 'ɪ', primary stress. no — Closed syllable, onset 'n', rhyme 'oʊ'. phe — Open syllable, onset 'f', rhyme 'iː'. nol — Closed syllable, onset 'n', rhyme 'ɒl'
Word Parts
para-
Greek origin, meaning 'beside, near, similar to'. Indicates position or similarity.
amino-
Latin/Greek origin, relating to ammonia or nitrogenous compounds. Core meaning relating to amine groups.
-phenol
Greek origin, meaning 'appearing like phenol'. Indicates a compound structurally similar to phenol.
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Onset-Rhyme Structure
Syllables are formed based on the onset (initial consonant sound) and rhyme (vowel and any following consonants).
Vowel as Syllable Nucleus
A single vowel can form a syllable on its own.
- The compound nature of the word requires careful consideration of morphemic boundaries.
- Potential for slight vowel reduction in unstressed syllables in some regional accents.
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