neurochirurgicaux
Syllables
neu-ro-chi-rur-gi-caux
Pronunciation
/nø.ʁo.ʃi.ʁyʁ.ʒi.ko/
Stress
000001
Morphemes
neuro- + chirurg- + -icaux
The word 'neurochirurgicaux' is divided into six syllables based on vowel sounds, with stress on the final syllable. It's a complex adjective of Greek and Latin origin, following standard French syllabification rules. Syllable division prioritizes vowel sounds and avoids stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
Relating to or involving neurosurgery.
Neurosurgical
“Les techniques neurochirurgicaux sont en constante évolution.”
“Un centre neurochirurgicaux de pointe.”
Stress pattern
Stress falls on the last syllable ('caux'), which is typical for French adjectives.
Syllables
neu — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. ro — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. chi — Open syllable, vowel preceded by consonant cluster.. rur — Closed syllable, vowel surrounded by consonants.. gi — Open syllable, vowel preceded by consonant.. caux — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant cluster. Final 'x' pronounced /o/.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Consonant
Syllables are typically divided after vowels.
Consonant Cluster
Consonant clusters are often maintained within a syllable if they follow a vowel.
- The 'r' sound in 'rur-' can be ambiguous, but is treated as part of the syllable due to vowel proximity. The final 'x' is pronounced /o/ according to French orthographic rules.
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