How to pronounce terpenoid
Say it like TUR-puh-noyd. Terpenoid has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUR).
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- TUR
- puh
- noyd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Terpenoid pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- puhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- noydKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oy" in boy.
American vs British pronunciation of terpenoid
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TUR-puh-noyd.
What does terpenoid mean?
- Any of a very large class of naturally occurring and synthetic organic compounds formally derived from the hydrocarbon isoprene; they include many volatile compounds used in perfume and food flavors, turpentine, the steroids, the carotene pigments and rubber.
Where does terpenoid come from?
From terpene + -oid.
Questions about saying terpenoid
How do you pronounce terpenoid?
Say TUR-puh-noyd. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɝpənɔɪd/. In British English it is /ˈtɜːpənɔɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in terpenoid?
Terpenoid has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUR). Broken into parts: TUR · puh · noyd.
Is terpenoid pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈtɜːpənɔɪd/ (TUR-puh-noyd).