demineralization
Syllables
de-mi-ne-ra-li-za-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌdiːˌmɪnərəlɪˈzeɪʃən/
Stress
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Morphemes
de- + mineral + ization/ation
Demineralization is divided into seven syllables (de-mi-ne-ra-li-za-tion) following vowel-consonant division rules. The primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable. The word is morphologically complex, consisting of a prefix, root, and multiple suffixes.
Definitions
- 1
The process of removing minerals from something, especially from the body or from a substance.
“The long-term effects of acid rain include the demineralization of forest soils.”
“Dental demineralization can lead to cavities.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('za-'), with secondary stress on the first syllable ('de-').
Syllables
de — Open syllable, initial syllable.. mi — Open syllable, unstressed.. ne — Open syllable, unstressed.. ra — Open syllable, unstressed.. li — Open syllable, unstressed.. za — Open syllable, leading to the stressed syllable.. tion — Closed syllable, stressed.
Word Parts
Vowel-Consonant Division
Each vowel sound followed by a consonant generally forms a syllable.
Diphthong Rule
Diphthongs are treated as a single vowel sound within a syllable.
- The length of the word and multiple suffixes can make it appear complex, but the syllabification follows predictable rules.
- Potential vowel reduction in unstressed syllables in some dialects.
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