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Words with Root “constrict” in Spanish
Browse Spanish words sharing the root “constrict”, complete with pronunciations, syllable breakdowns, and linguistic insights.
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constrict From Latin *constringere* (to draw tight). Core meaning of narrowing.
vasoconstrictor
5 syllables15 letters
va·so·cons·tric·tor
/ba.so.kon.stɾik.toɾ/
noun
The word 'vasoconstrictor' is divided into five syllables: va-so-cons-tric-tor. Stress falls on 'tric'. It's a noun formed from Latin roots, with the /str/ cluster being a notable feature due to its loanword origin. Syllabification follows standard Spanish rules, with the exception of maintaining the /str/ cluster.