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Words with Root “auto” in English (GB)
Browse English (GB) words sharing the root “auto”, complete with pronunciations, syllable breakdowns, and linguistic insights.
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auto Greek origin, meaning 'self', combining form.
photoautotrophic
6 syllables16 letters
pho·to·au·to·troph·ic
/ˌfoʊtoʊˌɔːtəˈtrɒfɪk/
adjective
The word 'photoautotrophic' is divided into six syllables: pho-to-au-to-troph-ic. The primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('troph-'). It's a complex adjective formed from Greek roots, meaning 'relating to nutrition by light'. Syllable division follows standard English vowel-consonant patterns.