recrystallization
Syllables
re-crys-tal-li-za-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌriːkristəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
Stress
001000
Morphemes
re- + crystall + ization
The word 'recrystallization' is divided into six syllables: re-crys-tal-li-za-tion, with primary stress on 'tal'. It's morphologically composed of the prefix 're-', the root 'crystall', and the suffix '-ization'. Syllable division follows standard vowel and consonant rules, resulting in a consistent pattern similar to other '-ization' words.
Definitions
- 1
The process of forming crystals again, or the formation of a new crystalline structure.
“The recrystallization of the salt resulted in larger, clearer crystals.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('tal'). This is typical for words ending in '-ation' where the stress is often on the syllable preceding the suffix.
Syllables
re — Open syllable, unstressed.. crys — Closed syllable, unstressed.. tal — Open syllable, stressed.. li — Closed syllable, unstressed.. za — Open syllable, unstressed.. tion — Closed syllable, unstressed.
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Vowel Rule
Syllables typically end in a vowel sound. This applies to 're', 'tal', and 'za'.
Consonant Rule
Syllables can end in a consonant sound, particularly when followed by a vowel in the next syllable. This applies to 'crys' and 'li'.
- Potential variation in vowel reduction in unstressed syllables.
- Non-rhoticity in some GB English dialects (absence of 'r' after vowels).
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