epithelioglandjular
Syllables
ep-i-the-li-o-gland-ju-lar
Pronunciation
/ˌɛpɪˌθiːli.oʊˌɡlænd.jʊ.lə(r)/
Stress
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Morphemes
epi- + gland- + -ular
The word 'epithelioglandular' is an eight-syllable adjective of Greek and Latin origin. It is divided into syllables based on onset-rime and vowel-consonant principles, with primary stress on the final syllable ('-lar'). It describes tissues containing both epithelial and glandular components.
Definitions
- 1
Relating to or resembling epithelium and glands; composed of or containing both epithelial and glandular tissues.
“The biopsy revealed an epithelioglandular carcinoma.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the eighth syllable ('-lar'). Secondary stress is present on the second syllable ('-i-').
Syllables
ep — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster.. i — Open syllable, vowel sound.. the — Open syllable, long vowel sound.. li — Open syllable, vowel sound.. o — Open syllable, diphthong.. gland — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. ju — Open syllable, vowel sound.. lar — Closed syllable, final consonant.
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Moraic Syllabification
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- The length and complexity of the word necessitate careful application of syllable division rules. The presence of multiple morphemes and vowel clusters requires attention. The final (r) in '-lar' is often silent in GB English.
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