hypersensitivity
Syllables
hy-per-sen-si-ti-vi-ty
Pronunciation
/ˌhaɪpərˌsɛnsɪˈtɪvɪti/
Stress
0100101
Morphemes
hyper- + sens- + -ivity
Hypersensitivity is a seven-syllable noun with primary stress on the penultimate syllable. It's formed from the Greek prefix 'hyper-', the Latin root 'sens-', and the suffix '-ivity'. Syllable division follows vowel-consonant patterns, guided by morphemic boundaries and stress.
Definitions
- 1
An exaggerated or overreaction of the senses or the nervous system.
“She suffered from a hypersensitivity to light.”
“The patient exhibited a hypersensitivity to certain medications.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable (/ˈtɪvɪti/). Secondary stress falls on the first syllable (/haɪ/). The remaining syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
hy — Open syllable, diphthong.. per — Open syllable.. sen — Open syllable.. si — Closed syllable.. ti — Closed syllable.. vi — Open syllable.. ty — Closed syllable.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Consonant (VC) Division
Syllables are often divided after a vowel followed by a consonant.
Root Identification
The presence of recognizable morphemes (like 'sens-') guides syllable division.
Stress Pattern
The stress pattern influences the perceived grouping of syllables.
- The word's length and the combination of prefixes and suffixes create a complex structure. The stress pattern is crucial for correct pronunciation.
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