neurotransmitters
Syllables
neu-ro-trans-mit-ters
Pronunciation
/ˌnʊəroʊtrænzˈmɪtərz/
Stress
01011
Morphemes
neuro- + transmit + -ers
The word 'neurotransmitters' is divided into five syllables: neu-ro-trans-mit-ters, with primary stress on the fourth syllable ('mit'). It comprises a Greek prefix ('neuro-'), a Latin root ('transmit'), and an English suffix ('-ers'). Syllabification follows vowel and onset-rime rules, with consonant clusters maintained where possible.
Definitions
- 1
Chemical substances that transmit nerve impulses across a synapse from one neuron to another.
“Serotonin and dopamine are important neurotransmitters.”
“Imbalances in neurotransmitters can contribute to mental health disorders.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('mit'). Secondary stress on the first syllable ('neu').
Syllables
neu — Open syllable, unstressed.. ro — Open syllable, unstressed.. trans — Closed syllable, unstressed.. mit — Closed syllable, stressed.. ters — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
Vowel Rule
Each syllable must contain a 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 to maintain pronounceability, but consonant blends are kept together.
Stress-Timing Rule
English is a stress-timed language, influencing stress placement.
- The word's length and complex morphology require careful application of syllabification rules.
- The presence of the Greek prefix 'neuro-' and the Latin root 'transmit-' adds to the complexity.
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