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Words with Root “ton-” in English (GB)
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ton- Greek origin, meaning tension/pressure
ophthalmotonometry
7 syllables18 letters
op·thal·mo·to·no·me·try
/ˌɒfθæl.məˈtɒn.ə.mi.tri/
noun
Ophthalmotonometry is a seven-syllable noun of Greek origin, measuring intraocular pressure. Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('to-'). Syllabification follows standard English rules prioritizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants. The initial 'op' cluster and 'tonom' sequence require careful pronunciation.