neurofibromatosis
Syllables
neu-ro-fi-bro-ma-to-sis
Pronunciation
/ˌnjuː.rəʊ.faɪ.brəʊ.məˈtəʊ.sɪs/
Stress
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Morphemes
neuro- + fibro- + -matosis
Neurofibromatosis is a seven-syllable word with primary stress on the fifth syllable ('ma'). Syllable division follows open syllable rules, with a final closed syllable. The word is morphologically complex, derived from Greek and Latin roots. Its pronunciation is consistent with standard GB English, with potential minor regional variations.
Definitions
- 1
A genetic disorder that causes tumors to form on nerves throughout the body.
“She was diagnosed with neurofibromatosis at a young age.”
“Research is ongoing to find effective treatments for neurofibromatosis.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('ma'). The stress pattern is typical for words of this length and complexity.
Syllables
neu — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster.. ro — Open syllable.. fi — Open syllable, diphthong.. bro — Open syllable.. ma — Open syllable, primary stress.. to — Open syllable.. sis — Closed syllable, final consonant cluster.
Word Parts
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Open Syllable Rule
Vowels generally form the nucleus of a syllable, creating open syllables when followed by consonants.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters at the end of a word typically form a closed syllable.
Stress Placement Rule
Stress is often placed on the penultimate or antepenultimate syllable, influenced by morphemic structure.
- The initial /nj/ consonant cluster is permissible in English but requires consideration.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may occur, but do not significantly alter syllable division.
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