unphysiologically
Syllables
un-phys-i-o-log-i-cal-ly
Pronunciation
/ʌnˌfɪzi.əˈlɑ.dʒɪ.kli/
Stress
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Morphemes
un- + physi- + -o-log-i-cal-ly
The word 'unphysiologically' is divided into eight syllables: un-phys-i-o-log-i-cal-ly. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('cal'). It's an adverb formed from a Greek root with English prefixes and suffixes. Syllable division follows standard vowel-consonant and prefix/suffix rules.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner not conforming to normal physiological principles or functions; in an unnatural or unhealthy way.
“The patient was reacting unphysiologically to the medication.”
“His breathing became unphysiologically rapid.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('cal'). The stress pattern is typical for words with the '-ical' suffix.
Syllables
un — Open syllable, unstressed.. phys — Closed syllable, unstressed.. i — Open syllable, unstressed.. o — Open syllable, unstressed.. log — Closed syllable, unstressed.. i — Open syllable, unstressed.. cal — Closed syllable, stressed.. ly — Open syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
Vowel-Consonant Rule
Syllables are often divided after a vowel followed by a consonant.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are generally kept together within a syllable.
Prefix/Suffix Rule
Prefixes and suffixes are typically separated into their own syllables.
Stress-Timing Rule
English is a stress-timed language, adjusting syllable duration to accommodate stressed syllables.
- The 'i' before 'o' in 'physiologically' could be ambiguous, but the established pronunciation supports the division 'phys-i-o'.
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