modernpracticed
Syllables
mod-ern-prac-ticed
Pronunciation
/ˈmɒdərn ˈpræktɪst/
Stress
1011
Morphemes
modern- + practice- + -ed
The word 'modern-practiced' is a compound adjective divided into four syllables: mod-ern-prac-ticed. Stress falls on the first syllable of 'modern' and the second syllable of 'practiced'. It's morphologically composed of the prefix 'modern-', the root 'practice-', and the suffix '-ed'.
Definitions
- 1
Characterized by or relating to current or recent methods or techniques of practice.
“The modern-practiced approach to medicine focuses on preventative care.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable of 'modern' and the second syllable of 'practiced'. This is typical for compound adjectives.
Syllables
mod — Open syllable, unstressed.. ern — Closed syllable, stressed.. prac — Open syllable, unstressed.. ticed — Closed syllable, stressed.
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