How to pronounce allylic
Say it like uh-LIL-ik. Allylic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LIL).
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- uh
- LIL
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Allylic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LILSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of allylic
American and British speakers say allylic in essentially the same way: /əˈlɪlɪk/ in the US and /əˈlɪlɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-LIL-ik.
What does allylic mean?
- Containing an allyl group, an alkene hydrocarbon group with the formula H₂C=CH-CH₂-
Where does allylic come from?
From allyl + -ic.
Words that rhyme with allylic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of allylic.
Questions about saying allylic
How do you pronounce allylic?
Say uh-LIL-ik. The American pronunciation is /əˈlɪlɪk/. In British English it is /əˈlɪlɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in allylic?
Allylic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LIL). Broken into parts: uh · LIL · ik.
Do Americans and Brits say allylic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈlɪlɪk/ and the British form is /əˈlɪlɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.