photolithographic
Syllables
pho-to-lith-o-graph-ic
Pronunciation
/ˌfoʊtoʊlɪθoʊˈɡræfɪk/
Stress
000111
Morphemes
photo- + litho- + -graphic
The word 'photolithographic' is divided into six syllables: pho-to-lith-o-graph-ic. It's an adjective derived from Greek roots, with primary stress on the second-to-last syllable. Syllable division follows standard English rules based on vowel and consonant sequences.
Definitions
- 1
Relating to a process of transferring a pattern onto a surface using light and a photosensitive material, especially in the production of semiconductors or printed circuits.
“The photolithographic process is crucial for creating microchips.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second-to-last syllable ('graph').
Syllables
pho — Open syllable, diphthong.. to — Open syllable, diphthong.. lith — Closed syllable.. o — Open syllable, diphthong.. graph — Closed syllable.. ic — Closed syllable.
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Vowel Rule
A single vowel typically forms a syllable.
Vowel-C Rule
A vowel followed by a consonant usually creates a syllable break after the vowel.
Vowel-CC Rule
A vowel followed by two consonants usually creates a syllable break before the second consonant, if it forms a valid onset.
Consonant-C Rule
A consonant followed by a consonant usually creates a syllable break before the first consonant.
- The 'ph' digraph is pronounced as /foʊ/.
- Potential vowel reduction to schwas in unstressed syllables in some dialects.
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