crossinterrogatory
Syllables
cross-in-ter-ro-ga-to-ry
Pronunciation
/ˌkrɔs ɪnˈtɛr.əˌɡæɾ.ə.tɔː.ri/
Stress
0 0 0 0 1 0 0
Morphemes
cross- + interrog- + -atory
The word 'cross-interrogatory' is a seven-syllable adjective with primary stress on the fifth syllable ('to'). It's formed from the prefix 'cross-', the root 'interrog-', and the suffix '-atory'. Syllable division follows standard English rules based on vowel-consonant patterns and morphemic boundaries.
Definitions
- 1
Relating to or involving cross-examination; characterized by questioning from opposing sides.
“The witness faced a rigorous cross-interrogatory by the defense attorney.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('to'). Secondary stress is present on the first syllable ('cross').
Syllables
cross — Closed syllable, initial syllable. in — Closed syllable. ter — Closed syllable. ro — Open syllable. ga — Open syllable. to — Open syllable. ry — Closed syllable
Word Parts
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Vowel-Consonant (VC)
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Consonant-Vowel (CV)
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Consonant-Vowel-Consonant (CVC)
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Compound Word Syllabification
Syllables are divided based on the morphemic boundaries.
- The compound nature of the word and the historical development of the suffix '-atory' create a slightly unusual stress pattern.
- The 'ory' ending is often treated as a single unit.
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