neurohypophysial
Syllables
neu-ro-hy-po-phy-si-al
Pronunciation
/ˌnjuːroʊhaɪpoʊˈfɪziəl/
Stress
0000101
Morphemes
neuro- + hypophysis + -al
The word 'neurohypophysial' is divided into seven syllables: neu-ro-hy-po-phy-si-al. It's an adjective with Greek and Latin roots, and primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows standard English onset-nucleus-coda rules, with diphthongs functioning as single nuclei.
Definitions
- 1
Relating to the neurohypophysis (posterior lobe of the pituitary gland).
“The neurohypophysial hormones regulate water balance.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('fɪ'), following the common English pattern for words ending in -al.
Syllables
neu — Open syllable, onset 'n', nucleus 'juː'. ro — Open syllable, onset 'r', nucleus 'oʊ'. hy — Open syllable, onset 'h', nucleus 'aɪ' (diphthong). po — Open syllable, onset 'p', nucleus 'oʊ'. phy — Closed syllable, onset 'f', nucleus 'ɪ'. si — Closed syllable, onset 'z', nucleus 'i'. al — Closed syllable, onset 'l', nucleus 'ə', coda 'l'
Word Parts
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Onset-Nucleus-Coda
Each syllable is formed by a possible onset, a required nucleus (vowel sound), and a possible coda (consonant sound after the nucleus).
Vowel Diphthongs
Diphthongs (like 'aɪ' and 'oʊ') function as single nuclei within a syllable.
- The word's length and complex morphology contribute to its difficulty, but do not violate standard syllabification rules.
- Regional variations in pronunciation may exist, but are unlikely to significantly alter syllable division.
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