crystallographers
Syllables
crys-tal-lo-graph-ers
Pronunciation
/ˌkrɪstəˈlɒɡrəfərz/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
crystallo- + graph- + -ographers
The word 'crystallographers' is divided into five syllables: crys-tal-lo-graph-ers. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('graph'). It's a noun formed from Greek roots, denoting people who study crystals. Syllable division follows standard vowel-CVC and CVC patterns, with considerations for the combining form 'crystallo-'.
Definitions
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People who study the formation, structure, and properties of crystals.
“The crystallographers presented their findings at the conference.”
“Experienced crystallographers are in high demand.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('graph'). The first and third syllables have secondary stress.
Syllables
crys — Open syllable, initial syllable.. tal — Open syllable, contains a vowel.. lo — Open syllable, short vowel sound.. graph — Closed syllable, contains a vowel and consonant cluster.. ers — Closed syllable, plural suffix.
Word Parts
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Vowel-CVC
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CVC
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Open Syllable
Syllables ending in a vowel sound are considered open.
Closed Syllable
Syllables ending in a consonant sound are considered closed.
- The 'crystallo-' prefix is a combining form and doesn't follow typical English syllable division rules as strictly.
- The 'ers' ending is a common plural suffix.
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