orthosymmetrical
Syllables
or-tho-sym-me-tri-cal
Pronunciation
/ˌɔːθoʊsɪˈmetrɪkəl/
Stress
000010
Morphemes
ortho- + sym-metr- + -ical
The word 'orthosymmetrical' is divided into six syllables: or-tho-sym-me-tri-cal. Primary stress falls on 'tri-'. It's an adjective formed from Greek and Latin roots, meaning 'characterized by symmetry'. Syllabification follows the onset-rhyme principle.
Definitions
- 1
Exhibiting or characterized by symmetry about a point, line, or plane; relating to or denoting a system in which elements are arranged symmetrically.
“The crystal structure was orthosymmetrical.”
“The artist used orthosymmetrical patterns in the design.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('tri-'). Secondary stress on the first syllable ('or-').
Syllables
or — Open, unstressed syllable.. tho — Open, unstressed syllable.. sym — Closed, unstressed syllable.. me — Open, unstressed syllable.. tri — Closed, primary stressed syllable.. cal — Closed, unstressed syllable.
Word Parts
ortho-
Greek origin, meaning 'straight', 'correct', 'normal'. Specifies a type or condition.
sym-metr-
Greek origin, 'sym-' meaning 'together', 'metr-' meaning 'measure'. Indicates a relationship or proportion.
-ical
Latin origin (via French). Forms adjectives, indicating belonging to or characteristic of.
Similar Words
Onset-Rhyme
Syllables are divided based on the vowel sound, creating an onset (consonant(s) before the vowel) and a rhyme (vowel and any following consonants).
- The pronunciation of 'ortho-' can vary, with some speakers using a schwa /ə/.
- Vowel reduction in unstressed syllables is common in British English.
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