sternoclidomastoid
Syllables
ster-no-cli-do-mas-toid
Pronunciation
/ˈstɜːnəʊˌklɪdəʊˌmæstɔɪd/
Stress
100010
Morphemes
sterno- + mastoid- + -oid
The word 'sternoclidomastoid' is a complex noun of Greek origin, divided into six syllables: ster-no-cli-do-mas-toid. Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('cli'). Syllabification follows standard English rules based on vowel and consonant patterns.
Definitions
- 1
Relating to or resembling the sternum, clavicle, and mastoid process.
N/A
“The sternoclidomastoid muscle plays a role in head movement.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the antepenultimate syllable ('cli').
Syllables
ster — Open syllable, ending in a vowel.. no — Open syllable, containing a diphthong.. cli — Closed syllable, ending in a consonant.. do — Open syllable, containing a diphthong.. mas — Closed syllable, ending in a consonant.. toid — Closed syllable, ending in a consonant.
Word Parts
Vowel-Following Consonant Cluster Rule
Syllables are divided after a vowel followed by a consonant cluster.
Consonant-Following Vowel Rule
Syllables are divided before a vowel preceded by a consonant.
Diphthong Rule
Diphthongs generally remain within a single syllable.
- The word's length and multiple morphemes create a complex structure.
- Consistent application of vowel-following and consonant-following rules ensures accurate syllabification.
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