tarsometatarsus
Syllables
tar-so-me-ta-tar-sus
Pronunciation
/ˌtɑːrsoʊməˈtɑːrsəs/
Stress
010010
Morphemes
tarso- + metatars- + -us
The word 'tarso-metatarsus' is a six-syllable compound noun of Greek origin. Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable. Syllable division follows standard vowel-consonant and compound word rules. It refers to the anatomical region between the tarsus and metatarsals.
Definitions
- 1
The region of the foot between the tarsus (ankle) and the metatarsals (bones of the foot).
“The fracture was located in the tarso-metatarsus region.”
“The surgeon specialized in injuries to the tarso-metatarsus.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('tar'). Secondary stress on the first syllable ('tar').
Syllables
tar — Open syllable, stressed. so — Open syllable, unstressed. me — Open syllable, unstressed. ta — Open syllable, unstressed. tar — Open syllable, stressed. sus — Closed syllable, unstressed
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Vowel-Consonant Division
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Diphthong Rule
Diphthongs generally stay within the same syllable.
Compound Word Rule
Compound words are divided between the constituent parts.
- The hyphenated form aids readability but pronunciation treats it as a single word.
- Minor regional variations in vowel quality may occur.
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