meristematically
Syllables
mer-is-tem-a-tic-ally
Pronunciation
/ˌmɛrɪˈstɛmətɪkli/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
meris- + stem- + -matically
The word 'meristematically' is divided into six syllables: mer-is-tem-a-tic-ally. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable. It's an adverb formed from Greek and Latin roots with multiple suffixes. Syllable division follows standard English rules based on vowel-consonant patterns.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner relating to or characteristic of meristems (the tissues in plants responsible for growth).
“The plant grew meristematically after receiving the fertilizer.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('tem'). The stress pattern is typical for words with multiple suffixes.
Syllables
mer — Open syllable, initial consonant.. is — Closed syllable, final consonant.. tem — Closed syllable, final consonant.. a — Unstressed schwa syllable.. tic — Closed syllable, final consonant.. ally — Open syllable, final vowel.
Word Parts
VCV Rule
Divides between consonants in vowel-consonant-vowel patterns.
CVC Rule
Divides between the vowel and consonants in consonant-vowel-consonant patterns.
Vowel-C-C Rule
Divides after the vowel when followed by a consonant cluster.
Vowel Alone
A single vowel constitutes a syllable.
- The word's length and complex morphology require careful application of syllable division rules.
- The presence of multiple suffixes and the initial consonant cluster contribute to its complexity.
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