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Words with Root “phthal-” in English (US)
Browse English (US) words sharing the root “phthal-”, complete with pronunciations, syllable breakdowns, and linguistic insights.
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phthal- From Greek *phthalos*, meaning moth; denotes the phthalic structure.
sulphoterephthalic
6 syllables18 letters
sul·pho·ther·epth·a·lic
/ˈsʌlfoʊθɛrɛfˈθælɪk/
adjective
Sulphoterephthalic is a six-syllable adjective with stress on the fourth syllable. It's formed from Latin and Greek roots, with the 'sul-' prefix, 'phthal-' root, and '-ic' suffix. The 'phth' cluster is a key feature, but the overall syllabification follows standard US English rules.