hypoparathyroidism
Syllables
hy-po-pa-ra-thy-roid-ism
Pronunciation
/ˌhaɪpəʊpærəˈθaɪrɔɪdɪzəm/
Stress
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Morphemes
hypo- + parathyroidism + -ism
Hypoparathyroidism is a seven-syllable noun with primary stress on the fifth syllable ('thy'). It's formed from the prefix 'hypo-', the root 'parathyroidism', and the suffix '-ism'. Syllabification follows standard English (GB) rules, dividing the word after vowel sounds.
Definitions
- 1
A condition characterized by deficient secretion of parathyroid hormone, leading to low calcium levels in the blood.
“The patient was diagnosed with hypoparathyroidism after experiencing muscle cramps and fatigue.”
syn:hypocalcemia
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('thy'). The stress pattern is influenced by the word's length and the vowel 'i' in 'thy'.
Syllables
hy — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster.. po — Open syllable, vowel preceded by a consonant.. pa — Open syllable, vowel preceded by a consonant.. ra — Open syllable, vowel preceded by a consonant.. thy — Open, stressed syllable with diphthong.. roid — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonants.. ism — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonants.
Word Parts
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Open Syllable Rule
Syllables are typically divided after a vowel sound, especially when followed by a consonant.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are often maintained within a syllable, unless a vowel intervenes.
- The 'para-' portion could be divided as 'pa-ra' or 'par-a', but 'pa-ra' is more common.
- The 'thyroid' portion is treated as a single syllable due to its established unit status.
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