electrophotographic
Syllables
e-lec-tro-pho-to-graph-ic
Pronunciation
/ˌɛlɪktroʊfoʊˈtɒɡrəfɪk/
Stress
0000010
Morphemes
electro- + photo- + -ic
Electrophotographic is a seven-syllable adjective derived from Greek roots. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows standard English rules, considering vowel sequences, consonant clusters, and the silent 'e' rule. The word's complexity arises from its length and multiple morphemes.
Definitions
- 1
Relating to or using a process of recording images on a photosensitive surface by electrostatic attraction of toner.
“Electrophotographic printing is widely used in office environments.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second-to-last syllable ('-graphic').
Syllables
e — Open syllable, vowel sound. lec — Closed syllable, consonant ending. tro — Open syllable, diphthong. pho — Open syllable, diphthong. to — Open syllable, diphthong. graph — Closed syllable, consonant ending. ic — Closed syllable, consonant ending
Word Parts
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Vowel-Consonant-e (VCe)
The 'e' at the end of the first syllable is silent and modifies the preceding vowel sound.
Consonant-Vowel-Consonant (CVC)
Syllables ending in a consonant after a vowel are divided accordingly.
Vowel-Consonant-Vowel (VCV)
Syllables with vowel sequences are divided between the vowels.
- The word's length and complex morphology require careful application of syllable division rules.
- The 'ph' digraph is pronounced as /f/ but the syllable division respects the original letters.
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