How to Pronounce Ethene

To pronounce "ethene", say ETH-en-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

ETH-en-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “ethene”

"ethene" has 3 syllables: eth-en-e. It rhymes with keen and obscene, if that helps it stick.

What does ethene mean?

noun

  1. (IUPAC name) The organic chemical compound ethylene. The simplest alkene, a colorless gaseous (at room temperature and pressure) hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C2H4
  2. Any alkene derived from ethylene

Synonyms

ethyleneolefiant gas

Words that rhyme with ethene

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

keenobscenemeanbyzantinelibertinecareenleandemeanpreengleancontraveneteen

Related words

ethyleneethineethyneethaneethenoneethylpropenepropylene

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ethene"?▾

"Ethene" has 3 syllables: eth · en · e.

What does "ethene" mean?▾

Ethene: (IUPAC name) The organic chemical compound ethylene. The simplest alkene, a colorless gaseous (at room temperature and pressure) hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C2H4

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