isoclorophyllin
Syllables
i-so-clo-ro-phyll-in
Pronunciation
/ˌaɪsoʊˌklɔːroʊˈfɪlɪn/
Stress
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Morphemes
iso- + chloro-phyll + -in
Isochlorophyllin is a complex noun with five syllables (i-so-clo-ro-phyll-in). It's derived from Greek roots and features primary stress on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows standard VCV, CV, and VCC rules.
Definitions
- 1
A derivative of chlorophyll, typically used as a pharmaceutical.
“Isochlorophyllin is sometimes used to treat hyperbilirubinemia.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('phyll').
Syllables
i-so — Open syllable, stressed. -clo — Open syllable, unstressed. -ro — Open syllable, unstressed. -phyll — Closed syllable, stressed. -in — Closed syllable, unstressed
Word Parts
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Vowel-Consonant-Vowel (VCV)
Syllables are often divided between vowels.
Consonant-Vowel (CV)
Syllables are divided after a vowel followed by a consonant.
Vowel-Consonant-Consonant (VCC)
Syllables are divided before the second consonant if it creates a pronounceable syllable.
- The word's length and multiple morphemes create a complex structure. Stress placement is crucial for correct pronunciation.
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