membranocartilaginous
Syllables
mem-bra-no-car-ti-la-gi-nous
Pronunciation
/ˌmɛm.brə.noʊ.kɑː.tɪ.ləˈdʒɪ.nəs/
Stress
00000101
Morphemes
membrano- + cartilagino- + -ous
The word 'membranocartilaginous' is an eight-syllable adjective of Latin origin. Syllable division follows standard English rules, maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants. Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable. The word's morphemic structure reveals its composition from 'membrano-', 'cartilagino-', and '-ous'.
Definitions
- 1
Containing both membranous and cartilaginous tissues.
“The developing embryo exhibited a membranocartilaginous skull.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('la'). The stress pattern is typical for words of Latinate origin.
Syllables
mem — Open syllable, initial consonant.. bra — Open syllable, consonant cluster onset.. no — Open syllable, initial consonant.. car — Open syllable, initial consonant.. ti — Open syllable, initial consonant.. la — Open syllable, initial consonant.. gi — Open syllable, consonant cluster onset.. nous — Open syllable, initial consonant.
Word Parts
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