How to pronounce xanthene
Say it like ZAN-theen. Xanthene has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZAN).
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- ZAN
- theen
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Xanthene pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ZANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- theenKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of xanthene
American and British speakers say xanthene in essentially the same way: /ˈzænθin/ in the US and /ˈzænθin/ in the UK.
British respelling: ZAN-theen.
What does xanthene mean?
- Any of a group of tricyclic heterocycles (dibenzopyrans) that are the basis for a range of dyes such as fluorescein and eosin.
Where does xanthene come from?
Internationalism reflecting New Latin combining forms: xanth- + -ene.
Questions about saying xanthene
How do you pronounce xanthene?
Say ZAN-theen. The American pronunciation is /ˈzænθin/. In British English it is /ˈzænθin/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in xanthene?
Xanthene has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZAN). Broken into parts: ZAN · theen.
Do Americans and Brits say xanthene the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈzænθin/ and the British form is /ˈzænθin/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.