postsynaptically
Syllables
post-syn-ap-ti-cal-ly
Pronunciation
/ˌpɒst.sɪnˈæp.tɪ.kli/
Stress
000010
Morphemes
post- + synapt + -ically
The word 'postsynaptically' is divided into six syllables: post-syn-ap-ti-cal-ly. Stress falls on the fifth syllable. It's an adverb formed from a root (synapt) with prefixes and suffixes. Syllable division follows onset maximization and vowel nucleus rules.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner relating to or occurring after synaptic transmission.
“The drug acts postsynaptically, enhancing the receptor response.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('nap'). Stress is typical for words of this length and morphological structure.
Syllables
post- — Open syllable, onset 'p', nucleus 'o', coda 'st'. syn- — Open syllable, onset 's', nucleus 'i', coda 'n'. ap- — Open syllable, onset 'æ', nucleus 'p'. ti- — Open syllable, onset 't', nucleus 'i'. cal- — Open syllable, onset 'k', nucleus 'i', coda 'l'. ly — Open syllable, onset 'l', nucleus 'i'
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Prioritizing consonant clusters at the beginning of syllables.
Vowel Nucleus
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound as its nucleus.
- Potential for 't' flapping in some GB English accents.
- Stress placement is standard for words of this length and complexity.
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