What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
phenolate
Example
The phenolate ion is formed when phenol reacts with sodium hydroxide. [phenolate: noun]
Example
Phenolates are commonly used in the production of synthetic resins and plastics. [phenolate: plural noun]
phenoxide
Example
The phenoxide ion is formed when phenol reacts with sodium hydroxide. [phenoxide: noun]
Example
Phenoxides are commonly used as intermediates in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals. [phenoxide: plural noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Phenolate is more commonly used in organic chemistry literature, while phenoxide is more commonly used in pharmaceutical literature.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between phenolate and phenoxide?
Phenolate has a more formal and technical connotation, while phenoxide is more casual.
