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Words with Prefix “cyclo--” in English (US)

Browse English (US) words starting with the prefix “cyclo--”, complete with pronunciations, syllable breakdowns, and linguistic insights.

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cyclo-- Greek origin, meaning 'circle' or 'wheel', indicates a cyclic structure.

cyclophosphamides
7 syllables17 letters
cy·clo·pho·sph·a·mi·des
/ˌsaɪ.kloʊ.fɒs.fəˈmaɪdz/
noun

Cyclophosphamides is a seven-syllable word with primary stress on the third syllable ('pho'). It's derived from Greek and Latin roots, functioning as a noun. Syllabification follows standard US English rules, considering digraphs and schwa reduction.

cyclotrimethylenetrinitramine
12 syllables29 letters
cy·clo·tri·me·thi·le·ne·tri·ni·tro·a·mine
/ˌsaɪ.kloʊ.traɪ.mɛθ.ɪl.iːn.triː.naɪ.troʊ.æ.miːn/
noun

Cyclotrimethylenetrinitramine is a complex noun with 12 syllables, stressed on the antepenultimate syllable. Syllabification follows English rules prioritizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants, with consideration for complex consonant clusters. It's a powerful explosive, commonly known as RDX.