pétrographiques
The word 'pétrographiques' is an adjective derived from Greek and Latin roots. It is divided into five syllables: pé-tro-gra-phi-ques, with stress on the final syllable. Syllabification follows standard French rules of vowel-consonant division and avoiding stranded consonants. The '-iques' suffix is common in French adjective formation.
Definitions
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Relating to the descriptive study of rocks, especially by microscopic examination.
Petrographic
“Les analyses pétrographiques ont révélé la composition du minerai.”
“Il a publié un article sur les caractéristiques pétrographiques des roches volcaniques.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the final syllable 'ques'.
Syllables
pé — Open syllable, initial syllable.. tro — Open syllable.. gra — Open syllable.. phi — Open syllable, 'ph' pronounced as /f/.. ques — Closed syllable, final syllable, stressed.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Consonant Division
Syllables are generally divided after vowels.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not typically left alone between vowels.
Final Syllable Rule
The final syllable often includes any remaining consonants.
- The 'ph' digraph is pronounced as /f/.
- The pronunciation of the 'e' before 't' is important.
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