autolaryngoscopic
Syllables
au-to-laryn-go-scop-ic
Pronunciation
/ˌɔːtoʊˌlærɪŋɡoʊˈskɒpɪk/
Stress
0 1 0 0 1 0
Morphemes
auto- + laryngo- + -scopic
The word 'autolaryngoscopic' is divided into six syllables: au-to-laryn-go-scop-ic. It consists of the prefix 'auto-', the root 'laryngo-', and the suffix '-scopic'. Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows standard US English rules of vowel-consonant and onset-rime division, with consideration for the 'sc' consonant cluster.
Definitions
- 1
Relating to or using an instrument for visually examining the larynx.
“The autolaryngoscopic examination revealed inflammation of the vocal cords.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('scop').
Syllables
au — Open syllable, diphthong onset.. to — Closed syllable, simple rime.. laryn — Closed syllable, consonant-vowel-consonant-vowel structure.. go — Open syllable.. scop — Closed syllable, consonant cluster onset.. ic — Closed syllable, final consonant.
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime Division
Separation of diphthongs and simple rimes.
Consonant-Vowel Division
Division between consonants and vowels, creating open and closed syllables.
- The 'sc' cluster in 'scop' could potentially be considered a single onset, but separating it after the vowel is more common.
- The length of the word and multiple vowel sounds contribute to the complexity of syllabification.
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