thermoregulation
Syllables
ther-mo-re-gu-la-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌθɜːrmoʊˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən/
Stress
001011
Morphemes
thermo- + regul- + -ation
Thermoregulation is a six-syllable noun with primary stress on the penultimate syllable. It's formed from the Greek prefix 'thermo-', the Latin root 'regul-', and the Latin suffix '-ation'. Syllabification follows standard English rules of maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
The process by which living organisms maintain an internal temperature.
“Birds use shivering as a form of thermoregulation.”
“Thermoregulation is crucial for maintaining enzyme function.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('la'). The first and third syllables have secondary stress.
Syllables
ther — Open syllable with a consonant cluster onset.. mo — Open syllable with a diphthong.. re — Open syllable.. gu — Closed syllable with a palatalized consonant cluster.. la — Open syllable with a diphthong.. tion — Closed syllable with a final consonant.
Word Parts
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Vowel After Consonant
Syllables typically end with a vowel sound.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not left isolated between syllables.
- The word's length and multiple morphemes contribute to its complexity, but the syllabification follows standard English rules without major exceptions.
- Minor variations in vowel pronunciation may occur depending on regional accents.
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