hypersensitization
Syllables
hy-per-sen-si-ti-za-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌhaɪpəˈsensɪtɪˈzeɪʃən/
Stress
001011
Morphemes
hyper- + sens- + -itization
The word 'hypersensitization' is a seven-syllable noun of Latin and Greek origin. It is stressed on the fourth syllable and follows typical English syllabification rules based on vowel nuclei and affixation. It denotes the process of becoming abnormally sensitive to a stimulus.
Definitions
- 1
The process of becoming abnormally or excessively sensitive to a stimulus.
“The patient experienced a severe hypersensitization reaction to the medication.”
“Prolonged exposure to allergens can lead to hypersensitization.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable (/sensɪ/). Secondary stress falls on the sixth syllable (/zeɪ/). The first, second, and fifth syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
hy — Open syllable, onset consonant 'h', vowel 'aɪ'. per — Open syllable, onset consonant 'p', schwa vowel 'ə'. sen — Closed syllable, onset consonant cluster 's', vowel 'e', consonant 'n'. si — Closed syllable, onset consonant 's', vowel 'ɪ'. ti — Closed syllable, onset consonant 't', vowel 'ɪ'. za — Open syllable, onset consonant 'z', diphthong 'eɪ'. tion — Closed syllable, onset consonant cluster 'ʃ', schwa vowel 'ə', consonant 'n'
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime Principle
Syllables are formed around a vowel nucleus, with preceding consonants forming the onset and following consonants forming the rime.
Consonant Cluster Division
Consonant clusters are split according to sonority hierarchy.
Affixation
Prefixes and suffixes are typically separated into distinct syllables.
- The schwa /ə/ in unstressed syllables is a common feature of English pronunciation.
- Regional variations in vowel quality may occur.
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