ophtalmologistes
Syllables
op-hta-lmo-lo-gistes
Pronunciation
/ɔftal.mɔ.lɔ.ʒist/
Stress
00011
Morphemes
ophtalm- + -log- + -istes
The word 'ophtalmologistes' is divided into five syllables: op-hta-lmo-lo-gistes. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable. It's a noun of Greek origin, meaning 'ophthalmologists'. Syllabification follows standard French rules, with considerations for the initial consonant cluster and silent 'h'.
Definitions
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Medical doctors specializing in eye and vision care.
Ophthalmologists
“Les ophtalmologistes examinent la vue des patients.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('lo' in 'gistes').
Syllables
op — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster.. hta — Open syllable, following the initial cluster.. lmo — Open syllable, vowel sequence.. lo — Open syllable.. gistes — Closed syllable, final consonant.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Consonant-Vowel (VCV)
Syllables are generally divided between vowels.
Consonant Clusters
Consonant clusters at the beginning of a word are usually kept together in the first syllable.
Final Consonants
Consonants at the end of a syllable typically close the syllable.
- The initial 'opht' cluster is an exception due to Greek origin.
- The silent 'h' is a standard feature of French orthography.
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