How to pronounce phenolic
Say it like fih-NOL-ik. Phenolic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NOL).
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- fih
- NOL
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Phenolic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- fihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- NOLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of phenolic
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: fih-NOL-ik.
What does phenolic mean?
- Of, relating to, or derived from a phenol.
- A phenol compound.
- Any thermosetting resin manufactured from phenols and aldehydes.
- Any of a large group of pigments and flavoring agents, especially those found in grapes and wine.
Where does phenolic come from?
From phenol + -ic.
Words that rhyme with phenolic
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Questions about saying phenolic
How do you pronounce phenolic?
Say fih-NOL-ik. The American pronunciation is /fɪˈnɑlɪk/. In British English it is /fɪˈnɒlɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in phenolic?
Phenolic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NOL). Broken into parts: fih · NOL · ik.
Is phenolic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /fɪˈnɒlɪk/ (fih-NOL-ik).