photoisomerization
Syllables
pho-to-i-so-mer-i-za-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌfoʊtoʊˌaɪsoʊˌmɛrɪˈzeɪʃən/
Stress
00100101
Morphemes
photo- + iso-mer- + -ization
The word 'photoisomerization' is divided into eight syllables: pho-to-i-so-mer-i-za-tion. It consists of the prefix 'photo-', the roots 'iso-' and 'mer-', and the suffix '-ization'. The primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows the vowel rule and is influenced by the -ization suffix.
Definitions
- 1
The process of a molecule changing its shape due to the absorption of light.
“Photoisomerization is a key step in vision.”
“The researchers studied the efficiency of photoisomerization in the new compound.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('za'), indicated by '1'. Other syllables are unstressed ('0').
Syllables
pho — Open syllable, initial syllable.. to — Open syllable, contains a diphthong.. i — Open syllable, contains a diphthong.. so — Open syllable, contains a diphthong.. mer — Closed syllable, contains a vowel and consonant.. i — Open syllable, weak vowel sound.. za — Open syllable, contains a diphthong.. tion — Closed syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
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Vowel Rule
Each vowel sound generally forms a syllable.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are broken up according to pronounceability, but in this case, the clusters are easily pronounced within syllables.
Stress-Timing Rule
English is a stress-timed language, influencing syllable prominence.
- The word's length and complexity require careful attention to vowel clusters and morphemic boundaries.
- The consistent application of the vowel rule and the influence of the -ization suffix are key to accurate syllabification.
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