intertransmission
Syllables
in-ter-trans-mis-sion
Pronunciation
/ˌɪntəˌtrænsmɪˈʃən/
Stress
00100
Morphemes
inter- + transmit + -sion
The word 'intertransmission' is syllabified as in-ter-trans-mis-sion, with primary stress on 'mis'. It's composed of the prefix 'inter-', root 'transmit', and suffix '-sion'. Syllable division follows onset-rime principles, prioritizing morphemic integrity.
Definitions
- 1
The act or process of transmitting something reciprocally or mutually.
“The intertransmission of data between the two servers was seamless.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('mis'). The stress pattern is typical for words of Latinate origin with suffixes.
Syllables
in — Closed syllable, onset 'n'. ter — Open syllable. trans — Closed syllable, morphemic unit. mis — Closed syllable, primary stress. sion — Open syllable
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime
Syllables are divided into an onset (initial consonant(s)) and a rime (vowel and any following consonants).
Consonant Cluster Division
Consonant clusters are generally broken up, but morphemic boundaries are prioritized.
Vowel-Centric
Each syllable typically contains one vowel sound.
Stress Placement
Stress influences syllable prominence and can affect vowel quality.
- The preservation of the 'trans' morpheme overrides the tendency to break up consonant clusters.
- The word's length and complex morphology require careful consideration of morphemic boundaries.
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