hyperintelligence
Syllables
hy-per-in-tel-li-gence
Pronunciation
/ˌhaɪpərɪnˈtɛlɪdʒəns/
Stress
001010
Morphemes
hyper- + intel- + -gence
The word 'hyperintelligence' is divided into six syllables: hy-per-in-tel-li-gence. It consists of the Greek prefix 'hyper-', the Latin root 'intel-', and the Latin suffix '-gence'. Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('li'). The syllabification follows standard English vowel and onset-rime rules.
Definitions
- 1
Intelligence that is vastly greater than that of an average human.
“The novel explores the potential dangers of artificial hyperintelligence.”
“Her hyperintelligence allowed her to solve complex problems with ease.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('li'). The first, second, fourth, fifth and sixth syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
hy — Open syllable, onset of /h/, rime of /aɪ/. per — Closed syllable, onset of /p/, rime of /ər/. in — Closed syllable, onset of /ɪ/, rime of /n/. tel — Open syllable, onset of /t/, rime of /ɛl/. li — Open syllable, onset of /l/, rime of /i/. gence — Closed syllable, onset of /dʒ/, rime of /əns/
Word Parts
Vowel Rule
Each syllable generally contains one vowel sound.
Onset-Rime Rule
Syllables are divided into an onset (initial consonant sound(s)) and a rime (vowel and any following consonants).
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are generally split so that complex onsets are avoided.
Stress-Timing Rule
English is a stress-timed language, influencing syllable prominence.
- The 'hy-' initial syllable is a relatively uncommon onset but is accepted due to the Greek origin of the prefix.
- Vowel reduction in unstressed syllables is a typical feature of English pronunciation.
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