uranostaphylorraphy
Syllables
u-ra-no-sta-phy-lo-rra-phy
Pronunciation
/ˌjuːrənoʊˌstæfɪlɒˈræfi/
Stress
0 0 0 0 0 1 0
Morphemes
ura- + nostaphylo- + -rrhaphy
Uranostaphylorrhaphy is a complex noun of Greek origin, referring to urethral surgery. It is divided into seven syllables with primary stress on the penultimate syllable. Syllable division follows standard English rules prioritizing vowel-consonant separation and maximizing onsets.
Definitions
- 1
Surgical repair of the urethra, typically to correct a stricture or other defect.
“The patient underwent a successful uranostaphylorrhaphy to restore urinary function.”
syn:Urethroplasty
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('o' in 'lo').
Syllables
u-ra — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. no — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. sta — Onset consonant cluster, open syllable.. phy — Open syllable, consonant followed by vowel.. lo — Open syllable, consonant followed by vowel.. rra — Onset consonant cluster, open syllable.. phy — Open syllable, consonant followed by vowel.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Consonant Division
Syllables are often divided after a vowel sound.
Maximize Onset
Consonant clusters are generally included in the onset of the following syllable.
- The 'rrh' cluster is unusual but follows the rule of maximizing onsets.
- Potential vowel reduction in unstressed syllables by some speakers.
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