reacclimatization
Syllables
re-ac-cli-ma-ti-za-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌriːæklaɪməˈteɪʃən/
Stress
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Morphemes
re- + acclimat + -ization
The word 'reacclimatization' is a noun formed from the prefix 're-', the root 'acclimat-', and the suffix '-ization'. It is divided into seven syllables: re-ac-cli-ma-ti-za-tion, with primary stress on the fifth syllable. Syllable division follows standard English rules based on vowel sounds and morphemic boundaries.
Definitions
- 1
The process of becoming accustomed to a new climate or conditions after a period of being unaccustomed to them.
“The hikers experienced a period of reacclimatization after returning to sea level.”
“Successful reacclimatization to the cold requires appropriate clothing and gradual exposure.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable (/ˈteɪ/). The stress pattern is typical for words with the '-ization' suffix.
Syllables
re — Open syllable, initial syllable.. ac — Open syllable.. cli — Diphthong-ending syllable.. ma — Open syllable.. ti — Diphthong-ending syllable.. za — Open syllable.. tion — Closed syllable.
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime
Syllables are divided based on the onset (initial consonant sound(s)) and rime (vowel and any following consonants).
Vowel-Centric
Each syllable generally contains one vowel sound.
Morpheme Boundaries
Syllable division often respects morphemic boundaries.
- The length of the word and the multiple morphemes contribute to its complexity, but the syllable division follows standard English rules.
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