How to Pronounce Phenanthrene

To pronounce "phenanthrene", say PHEN-anthr-en-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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12

Letters

PHEN-anthr-en-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “phenanthrene”

"phenanthrene" has 4 syllables: phen-anthr-en-e.

What does phenanthrene mean?

noun

  1. A tricyclic aromatic hydrocarbon obtained from coal tar; used in the manufacture of dyes, pharmaceuticals and explosives; it is isomeric with anthracene.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "phenanthrene"?▾

"Phenanthrene" has 4 syllables: phen · anthr · en · e.

What does "phenanthrene" mean?▾

Phenanthrene: A tricyclic aromatic hydrocarbon obtained from coal tar; used in the manufacture of dyes, pharmaceuticals and explosives; it is isomeric with anthracene.

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