psychophysiologist
Syllables
psy-cho-phys-i-o-log-ist
Pronunciation
/ˌsaɪkoʊfɪziˈɒlədʒɪst/
Stress
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Morphemes
psycho- + physio- + -logist
Psychophysiologist is a seven-syllable noun with Greek origins, referring to a scientist studying the physical basis of mental activity. Syllabification follows standard English rules, dividing the word into psy-cho-phys-i-o-log-ist, with primary stress on the penultimate syllable.
Definitions
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A scientist who studies the physical and chemical processes underlying mental activity.
“The psychophysiologist monitored the patient's heart rate and brain waves during the experiment.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable (/ɒl/), with secondary stress on the first syllable (/psaɪ/). The stress pattern is typical for words of this length and complexity.
Syllables
psy — Open syllable, diphthong. cho — Open syllable, diphthong. phys — Closed syllable. i — Open syllable, short vowel. o — Open syllable, short vowel. log — Closed syllable. ist — Closed syllable
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