macrometeological
Syllables
mac-ro-me-te-o-lo-gi-cal
Pronunciation
/ˌmæk.rəʊˌmiː.tɪ.ə.rəˈlɒ.dʒɪ.kəl/
Stress
01001010
Morphemes
macro- + meteor- + -ological
The word 'macrometeorological' is divided into eight syllables (mac-ro-me-te-o-lo-gi-cal) with primary stress on the fifth syllable ('o-lo-gi-cal'). It's morphologically complex, comprising the prefix 'macro-', root 'meteor-', and suffix '-ological'. Syllabification follows standard GB English rules, prioritizing vowel-consonant division and consonant cluster preservation.
Definitions
- 1
Relating to the large-scale atmospheric processes and weather patterns.
“The macrometeorological conditions influenced the hurricane's path.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('o-lo-gi-cal'). Secondary stress is minimal, with vowel reduction in unstressed syllables.
Syllables
mac — Open syllable, initial syllable, stressed.. ro — Open syllable, vowel reduction expected.. me — Open syllable, vowel lengthening.. te — Closed syllable.. o — Open syllable, schwa vowel, primary stress.. lo — Open syllable.. gi — Closed syllable.. cal — Closed syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
Similar Words
Vowel-Consonant Rule
Syllables are often divided after vowels, especially when followed by a consonant.
Consonant Cluster Preservation
Consonant clusters are generally kept within the same syllable where possible.
Stress Placement
Stress influences syllable prominence and can affect vowel quality.
- Vowel reduction in unstressed syllables is a common feature of GB English.
- The word's length and complex morphology require careful application of syllabification rules.
- Regional variations in pronunciation might lead to slight differences in syllable division, but the core principles remain consistent.
Nearby Words
17 wordsTrending in English (GB)
Terms getting hyphenated by users right now.