remotecontrolled
Syllables
re-mote-con-trolled
Pronunciation
/rɪˈmoʊt kənˈtroʊld/
Stress
0101
Morphemes
re- + mote/control + -ed
The word 'remote-controlled' is divided into four syllables: re-mote-con-trolled. It's a compound adjective with Latin roots, stressed on the third syllable. Syllabification follows vowel-consonant and consonant cluster division rules, with the hyphen aiding clarity.
Definitions
- 1
Operated from a distance, typically using a handheld device.
“He bought a remote-controlled helicopter.”
“The remote-controlled toy was a hit with the children.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('con-'). The first syllable ('re-') receives secondary stress.
Syllables
re — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. mote — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. con — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. trolled — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant cluster.
Word Parts
Vowel-Consonant Division
Syllables are often divided after a vowel sound followed by a consonant sound.
Consonant Cluster Division
When a consonant cluster occurs between vowels, the cluster is typically split to create separate syllables.
Prefix/Suffix Division
Prefixes and suffixes are often separated into their own syllables.
- The hyphen in 'remote-controlled' is crucial for clarity in syllabification.
- Regional variations in pronunciation might affect vowel sounds, but the syllable division would likely remain the same.
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