streptothricosis
Syllables
strep-to-thri-co-sis
Pronunciation
/ˌstrɛptoʊθrɪˈkoʊsɪs/
Stress
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Morphemes
strepto- + thric- + -osis
Streptothricosis is a five-syllable noun of Greek origin. Syllable division follows vowel surround and consonant cluster rules, resulting in strep-to-thri-co-sis. Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable. The word's morphemes indicate a condition related to twisted, hair-like structures.
Definitions
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('co'). The stress pattern is typical for words of Greek origin with multiple syllables.
Syllables
strep — Closed syllable, consonant cluster at the beginning.. to — Open syllable.. thri — Closed syllable, uncommon /θr/ cluster.. co — Open syllable.. sis — Closed syllable.
Word Parts
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Vowel Surround Rule
Each vowel sound generally forms the nucleus of a syllable.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are generally maintained within a syllable.
Avoid Single Initial Consonant Rule
Avoid starting a syllable with a single consonant if possible.
- The /θ/ sound may be substituted with /t/ or /f/ in some dialects, but this does not affect syllable division.
- The /θr/ cluster is uncommon but permissible in English.
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