postsynaptically
Syllables
post-syn-ap-ti-cal-ly
Pronunciation
/ˌpoʊstˌsɪnˈæptɪkli/
Stress
000010
Morphemes
post- + synapt- + -ically
Postsynaptically is a six-syllable adverb with primary stress on the fifth syllable. Syllabification follows standard English onset-rime rules. The word's structure is typical of complex English adverbs formed by adding suffixes to an adjective.
Definitions
- 1
In a postsynaptic manner; relating to or affecting the neuron that receives signals from another neuron.
“The drug acted postsynaptically, enhancing the receptor response.”
ant:presynaptically
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('cal').
Syllables
post — Open syllable, onset-rime structure.. syn — Closed syllable, onset-rime structure.. ap — Closed syllable, onset-rime structure.. ti — Closed syllable, onset-rime structure.. cal — Open syllable, onset-rime structure, stressed syllable.. ly — Open syllable, onset-rime structure.
Word Parts
Onset-Rime
Syllables are formed around a vowel nucleus, with preceding consonants forming the onset and following consonants forming the rime.
Consonant Clusters
Consonant clusters are generally maintained within the onset or rime unless they can be naturally separated by a vowel sound.
- The word's length and complex morphology require careful attention to morpheme boundaries.
- The adverbial suffix '-ically' is a common feature in English and doesn't introduce any unusual syllabification challenges.
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