radiosensitivities
Syllables
ra-di-o-sen-si-ti-vi-ties
Pronunciation
/ˌreɪdi.oʊˌsɛn.sɪˈtɪv.ɪ.tiːz/
Stress
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Morphemes
radio- + sens- + ivities
The word 'radiosensitivities' is syllabified as ra-di-o-sen-si-ti-vi-ties, with primary stress on the fifth syllable ('sen'). It's a noun derived from Latin roots, indicating increased sensitivity to radiation. Syllabification follows rules maximizing onsets and breaking up vowel sequences.
Definitions
- 1
The increased sensitivity of cells or tissues to the effects of radiation.
“The patient exhibited severe radiosensitivities after chemotherapy.”
“Researchers are studying the mechanisms underlying tumor radiosensitivities.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('sen').
Syllables
ra — Open syllable, onset consonant. di — Open syllable, onset consonant. o — Open syllable, vowel. sen — Closed syllable, onset consonant, stressed. si — Closed syllable, onset consonant. ti — Closed syllable, onset consonant. vi — Closed syllable, onset consonant. ties — Closed syllable, onset consonant
Word Parts
Maximizing Onsets
Prioritizing the creation of syllables with consonant onsets.
Vowel Breakup
Breaking up vowel sequences into separate syllables when they do not form diphthongs.
Sonority Sequencing Principle
Consonants are more likely to be part of the onset than the coda.
- The word's length and complex morphology present a challenge for syllabification.
- Vowel clusters require careful consideration to avoid misdivision.
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