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Words with Root “naphtho-” in English (US)
Browse English (US) words sharing the root “naphtho-”, complete with pronunciations, syllable breakdowns, and linguistic insights.
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naphtho- Derived from naphthalene, ultimately from Greek 'naphtha' (oil). Indicates the naphthalene ring structure.
oxynaphtoquinone
6 syllables16 letters
ox·y·naph·to·qui·none
/ˌɒksiˌnæftoʊˈkwiːnoʊn/
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The word 'oxynaphtoquinone' is divided into six syllables: ox-y-naph-to-qui-none. It consists of the prefix 'oxy-', the root 'naphtho-', and the suffix '-quinone'. Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('qui'). Syllable division follows standard English rules based on vowel-consonant patterns and morphemic boundaries.