monochlorbenzene
Syllables
mo-no-chlor-ben-zene
Pronunciation
/ˌmɒnoʊˌklɔːrˈbɛnziːn/
Stress
00010
Morphemes
mono- + benz- + -ene
Monochlorbenzene is a five-syllable noun with primary stress on the third syllable ('ben'). Syllabification follows English rules of onset maximization and vowel nucleus requirements, considering the compound structure and consonant clusters. It's composed of the prefix 'mono-', roots 'chlor-' and 'benz-', and the suffix '-ene'.
Definitions
- 1
A chemical compound consisting of a benzene ring with one chlorine atom attached.
“Monochlorbenzene is a common intermediate in the production of other chemicals.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('ben'). The first, second, fourth and fifth syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
mo — Open syllable, unstressed. Contains a diphthong.. no — Open syllable, unstressed. Contains a diphthong.. chlor — Closed syllable, unstressed. Contains a consonant cluster at the beginning.. ben — Closed syllable, primary stressed syllable.. zene — Closed syllable, unstressed. Contains a consonant cluster at the beginning.
Word Parts
Onset Maximization
Attempting to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of a syllable.
Vowel Nucleus
Every syllable must have a vowel sound.
Coda Preference
English prefers simpler codas (final consonant sounds).
- The compound nature of the word and the presence of multiple consonant clusters require careful application of syllabification rules.
- The stress pattern is crucial for correct pronunciation.
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