pathomorphologic
Syllables
pa-tho-mor-pho-lo-gic
Pronunciation
/ˌpæθoʊmɔːrˈfɑːlədʒɪk/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
patho- + morph- + -ic
Pathomorphologic is a six-syllable adjective with primary stress on the fourth syllable. It's derived from Greek roots relating to disease and form. Syllabification follows standard vowel-consonant division rules, with diphthongs remaining intact. The word's structure is consistent with other similar terms in medical terminology.
Definitions
- 1
Relating to the study of the structural changes in tissues caused by disease.
“The pathologist examined the pathomorphologic changes in the biopsy.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable (/ˈfɑːlə/).
Syllables
pa — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. tho — Open syllable, diphthong followed by consonant.. mor — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. pho — Open syllable, diphthong followed by consonant.. lo — Open syllable, diphthong followed by consonant.. gic — Closed syllable, consonant blend followed by vowel and consonant.
Word Parts
Vowel-Consonant (VC) Division
Syllables are often divided after a vowel when followed by a consonant.
Diphthong Rule
Diphthongs generally remain within the same syllable.
Consonant Blend Rule
Consonant blends are typically kept together within a syllable.
- The word's complexity arises from its multiple morphemes and Greek origins.
- No major exceptions were encountered in the syllabification process.
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