zoologicobotanical
Syllables
zo-o-lo-gi-co-bo-tan-i-cal
Pronunciation
/ˌzuːəloʊdʒɪkoʊbɒtænɪkəl/
Stress
100000000
Morphemes
zoo + logic + ical
The word 'zoologicobotanical' is divided into nine syllables: zo-o-lo-gi-co-bo-tan-i-cal. The primary stress falls on the first syllable. It's a complex adjective formed from Greek and Latin roots, relating to the study of both animals and plants. Syllabification follows standard English vowel-consonant division rules.
Definitions
- 1
Relating to both zoology and botany; pertaining to the study of animals and plants.
“The zoologicobotanical garden showcased a unique ecosystem.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('zo'). The remaining syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
zo — Open syllable, stressed.. o — Open syllable, unstressed.. lo — Open syllable, unstressed.. gi — Closed syllable, unstressed.. co — Open syllable, unstressed.. bo — Open syllable, unstressed.. tan — Closed syllable, unstressed.. i — Open syllable, unstressed.. cal — Closed syllable, unstressed.
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