entomophthoraceous
Syllables
en-to-mo-phtho-ra-ceous
Pronunciation
/ˌɛntəmoʊfθɔːˈreɪʃəs/
Stress
000101
Morphemes
ento- + morphthor- + -aceous
The word 'entomophthoraceous' is a six-syllable adjective of Greek and Latin origin. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable. Syllable division follows standard English rules, prioritizing onset-rime division and the maximum onset principle. The /fθ/ cluster is a notable feature.
Definitions
- 1
Relating to or resembling the Entomophthorales, an order of fungi that are parasitic on insects.
“The entomophthoraceous fungus decimated the aphid population.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('ra'). The first syllable is unstressed, and the fifth syllable is also unstressed.
Syllables
en — Open syllable, onset consonant.. to — Open syllable, onset consonant.. mo — Open syllable, onset consonant.. phtho — Closed syllable, complex onset.. ra — Open syllable, onset consonant.. ceous — Closed syllable, onset consonant.
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime Division
Dividing syllables based on the vowel nucleus and surrounding consonants.
Maximum Onset Principle
Assigning consonants to the onset of the following syllable if it doesn't create an illegal syllable structure.
Consonant Cluster Division
Dividing complex consonant clusters based on sonority hierarchy.
- The /fθ/ cluster is relatively uncommon but permissible in GB English.
- The word's length and unusual consonant clusters require careful application of syllable division rules.
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