intercorrelation
Syllables
in-ter-cor-re-la-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌɪntərkɒrəˈleɪʃən/
Stress
001011
Morphemes
inter- + relat- + -ion
Intercorrelation is a six-syllable noun with Latin roots, stressed on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows standard English rules, dividing based on vowel-consonant and onset-rime patterns. The word exemplifies common English morphological and phonological features.
Definitions
- 1
A mutual relationship or connection between two or more things.
“The intercorrelation between exercise and mental health is well-documented.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('la'), following the common English pattern for words ending in '-ion'.
Syllables
in — Open syllable, onset-rime division.. ter — Open syllable, vowel-consonant division.. cor — Closed syllable, vowel-consonant division.. re — Open syllable, vowel-consonant division.. la — Open syllable, vowel-consonant division.. tion — Closed syllable, consonant-coda division.
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime
Syllables are divided based on the initial consonant sound(s) (onset) and the vowel and any following consonants (rime).
Vowel-Consonant
Syllables are often divided after a vowel sound, especially when followed by a consonant.
Consonant-Coda
Syllables can be divided before a consonant coda (final consonant sound(s)).
- The /ər/ sequence could be considered a weak syllable, but functions as a full syllable due to stress. The 'inter-' prefix is clearly separated due to the following vowel sound.
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