tympanomandibular
Syllables
tym-pa-no-man-di-bu-lar
Pronunciation
/ˌtɪmpənoʊmændɪbjuːlə(r)/
Stress
0001001
Morphemes
tympan- + mandibular + -ar
The word 'tympanomandibular' is a complex adjective of Greek and Latin origin. It is divided into seven syllables with primary stress on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows standard English onset-rhyme structure, with potential variation in the pronunciation of the final 'r' sound.
Definitions
- 1
Relating to the eardrum and the jaw.
“The tympanomandibular joint was examined for signs of dysfunction.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('bu').
Syllables
tym — Open syllable, onset 't', rhyme 'im'. pa — Open syllable, onset 'p', rhyme 'ə'. no — Open syllable, onset 'n', rhyme 'oʊ'. man — Open syllable, onset 'm', rhyme 'æn'. di — Open syllable, onset 'd', rhyme 'ɪ'. bu — Open syllable, onset 'b', rhyme 'juː'. lar — Open syllable, onset 'l', rhyme 'ə(r)' - 'r' may be reduced
Word Parts
Onset-Rhyme Structure
Each syllable is divided into an onset (initial consonant sound) and a rhyme (vowel sound and any following consonants).
- The final 'r' sound in 'lar' may be reduced or dropped in RP.
- American English pronunciation may exhibit a stronger tendency to drop the final 'r' sound.
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