ferromagneticism
Syllables
fer-ro-mag-ne-ti-cism
Pronunciation
[ˌfɛroʊmæɡˈnɛtɪzəm]
Stress
00001
Morphemes
ferro- + magn- + -ism
The word 'ferromagneticism' is a noun denoting a property of materials, divided into five syllables: fer-ro-mag-ne-ti-cism. The stress falls on the fifth syllable (ti-). Syllabification follows standard English rules.
Definitions
- 1
The property of materials that are strongly attracted to a magnetic field and can be magnetized.
“Ferromagneticism is essential for the operation of electric motors.”
syn:magnetism
Stress pattern
Stress falls on the fifth syllable (ti-).
Syllables
fer-ro- — Open syllable. No exceptions.. mag- — Open syllable. No exceptions.. ne- — Open syllable. No exceptions.. ti- — Open syllable. No exceptions.. cism — Closed syllable. Consonant cluster at the end.
Word Parts
Open Syllable
Syllables ending in a vowel are divided as open syllables.
Closed Syllable
Syllables ending in a consonant are divided as closed syllables.
- The word contains a prefix and suffix of Latin origin.
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