zygomaticoauricular
Syllables
zy-go-ma-ti-co-au-ri-cu-lar
Pronunciation
/ˌzaɪ.ɡoʊ.məˈtɪk.oʊ.ɔːˈrɪk.jʊ.lər/
Stress
000010100
Morphemes
zygo- + matico- + auricular-
The word 'zygomaticoauricular' is a complex adjective of Greek and Latin origin. It is divided into nine syllables with primary stress on the fifth syllable ('co'). Syllabification follows the vowel nucleus rule and onset-rime structure, despite the word's unusual length and morphology.
Definitions
- 1
Relating to both the zygomatic bone (cheekbone) and the auricle (outer ear).
“The zygomaticoauricular nerve innervates muscles in the face and ear.”
“The surgeon carefully examined the zygomaticoauricular region.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('co'). The stress pattern is relatively weak on the other syllables.
Syllables
zy — Open syllable, vowel sound as nucleus.. go — Open syllable, vowel sound as nucleus.. ma — Open syllable, vowel sound as nucleus.. ti — Open syllable, vowel sound as nucleus.. co — Open syllable, vowel sound as nucleus, primary stress.. au — Open syllable, diphthong as nucleus.. ri — Open syllable, vowel sound as nucleus.. cu — Open syllable, vowel sound as nucleus.. lar — Open syllable, vowel sound as nucleus.
Word Parts
Vowel Nucleus Rule
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Onset-Rime Rule
Syllables are divided into an onset (initial consonants) and a rime (vowel and following consonants).
- The word's length and complex morphology make it an exception to common English word structure.
- The combination of Greek and Latin roots contributes to its unusual structure.
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