nonpathologically
Syllables
non-pa-tho-log-i-cal-ly
Pronunciation
/ˌnɒnˌpæθəˈlɒdʒɪkli/
Stress
0001001
Morphemes
non- + path- + -ologically
The word 'nonpathologically' is divided into seven syllables: non-pa-tho-log-i-cal-ly. The primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('log'). It's an adverb formed from a prefix, root, and suffix, with a consistent syllable structure similar to other '-logically' adverbs.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner not relating to disease or illness; in a healthy way.
“The cells were functioning nonpathologically.”
“He was behaving nonpathologically after the accident.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable, 'log', due to the influence of the '-ically' suffix.
Syllables
non — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster.. pa — Open syllable, vowel preceded by consonant.. tho — Open syllable, vowel preceded by consonant cluster.. log — Closed syllable, primary stress.. i — Open syllable, schwa reduction common.. cal — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant cluster.. ly — Open syllable, vowel preceded by consonant.
Word Parts
Vowel Maximization
Syllables are formed around vowel sounds, prioritizing vowel-consonant divisions.
Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are generally maintained in the onset of a syllable where possible.
- Schwa reduction in unstressed syllables is common.
- Regional variations in vowel quality may occur.
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