contraindication
Syllables
con-tra-in-di-ca-tion
Pronunciation
/ˈkɒntrəˌɪndɪˈkeɪʃən/
Stress
101001
Morphemes
contra- + indic- + -ation
The word 'contra-indication' is divided into six syllables: con-tra-in-di-ca-tion. It comprises a Latin-derived prefix 'contra-', root 'indic-', and suffix '-ation'. Primary stress falls on the third syllable. Syllabification follows onset-rime structure and vowel nucleus principles, consistent with similar English words.
Definitions
- 1
A condition or factor that serves as a reason to discontinue or avoid a particular medical treatment.
“Severe allergies are a contra-indication for penicillin.”
“Pregnancy is a contra-indication for certain medications.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress on the third syllable (/ɪndɪˈkeɪʃən/), secondary stress on the first syllable (/ˈkɒntrə/).
Syllables
con — Closed syllable, onset 'c', rime 'on'. tra — Open syllable, consonant cluster onset 'tr', schwa vowel. in — Closed syllable, onset 'i', rime 'n'. di — Open syllable, onset 'd', rime 'i'. ca — Open syllable, diphthong 'ei'. tion — Closed syllable, consonant cluster onset 'ʃ', schwa vowel, nasal coda 'n'
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime Structure
Syllables are divided based on the onset (initial consonant sound(s)) and rime (vowel and any following consonants).
Vowel Nucleus
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound, which forms the nucleus.
Consonant Clusters
Consonant clusters are typically maintained within the onset or coda of a syllable.
- The prefix 'contra-' and the linking vowel '-a-' require careful consideration for accurate syllabification.
- The suffix '-ication' is a complex morpheme but follows standard syllabification patterns.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may exist but do not significantly alter the syllable division.
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