retransformation
Syllables
re-trans-for-ma-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌriːtrænsfɔːˈmeɪʃən/
Stress
0 1 0 1 0
Morphemes
re- + form + -trans-ation
The word 'retransformation' is divided into five syllables: re-trans-for-ma-tion. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('ma'). It is a noun formed from the prefix 're-', the root 'form', and the suffixes '-trans-' and '-ation'. Syllable division follows standard English rules based on vowel sounds and consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
The act or process of transforming something again; a change in form or appearance that happens repeatedly.
“The retransformation of the city was remarkable after the economic boom.”
“The caterpillar underwent a complete retransformation into a butterfly.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('ma'). Secondary stress is often placed on the first syllable ('re').
Syllables
re — Open syllable, vowel sound is long.. trans — Closed syllable, consonant cluster at the beginning.. for — Open syllable, vowel sound is long.. ma — Open syllable, diphthong.. tion — Closed syllable, consonant cluster at the beginning.
Word Parts
re-
Latin origin, meaning 'again, back'. Prefixes generally remain with the syllable they attach to.
form
Latin origin, meaning 'shape, structure'. Core meaning-bearing unit.
-trans-ation
'-trans-' (Latin, meaning 'across, beyond') and '-ation' (Latin, forming nouns denoting action or result). Nominalizing suffix.
Similar Words
Vowel Rule
Each syllable must contain at least one vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are generally maintained within a syllable unless they can be naturally split by a vowel sound.
Onset-Rime Rule
Syllables are often divided into an onset (initial consonant(s)) and a rime (vowel and any following consonants).
- The word's length and complex morphology require careful consideration of vowel quality and consonant clusters.
- The presence of the bound morpheme '-trans-' is a key feature.
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