sulphonphthalein
Syllables
sul-phon-phtha-lein
Pronunciation
/ˈsʌlfənˌfθæliːn/
Stress
0100
Morphemes
sulphon- + phthal- + -ein
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.
Definitions
- 1
A synthetic organic compound used as a diagnostic agent to measure blood flow.
“Phenolsulfonphthalein is injected intravenously to assess hepatic function.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('phtha-'). The first and fourth syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
sul — Open syllable, vowel followed by a consonant.. phon — Open syllable, vowel preceded by a consonant.. phtha — Open syllable, vowel preceded by a consonant cluster.. lein — Open syllable, vowel preceded by a consonant.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Prioritizing consonant clusters at the beginning of syllables.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Ensuring consonants are not left at the end of a syllable without a following vowel.
- The 'phth' cluster is treated as a single onset.
- The vowel sequence 'ea' in 'phtha' is a diphthong.
- Potential for vowel reduction in the final syllable to a schwa /n/ in some pronunciations.
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