also: メチール
methyl-
Used as a prefix in chemical compound names to indicate the presence of a methyl group (CH₃-).
from German
Methyl alcohol is toxic, so careful handling is required.
This compound contains a methyl group.
methylmercury
methyl chloride
methyl bromide
Standard katakana spelling for the methyl group; the most common form in modern Japanese.
Older katakana spelling reflecting a German-influenced pronunciation; now largely replaced by メチル.
Borrowed from German 'Methyl', ultimately from French 'méthylène' (coined from Greek 'methy' (wine) and 'hyle' (wood)). The older form メチール reflects the German pronunciation more closely.