psychométrique
The word 'psychométrique' is divided into five syllables: psy-cho-mé-tri-que. It features a Greek-derived prefix and root, a Latin-derived suffix, and a primary stress on the final syllable. The initial consonant cluster 'psy-' is an exception to typical French syllabification rules, accommodated due to its loanword status.
Definitions
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Relating to the measurement of mental faculties, such as intelligence, abilities, or personality traits.
Psychometric
“Des tests psychométriques sont utilisés pour évaluer les aptitudes.”
ant:subjectif
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the final syllable '-trique'. Secondary stress may occur on the penultimate syllable 'mé'.
Syllables
psy — Initial syllable with consonant cluster, open syllable.. cho — Open syllable, vowel-ending.. mé — Open syllable, vowel-ending.. tri — Syllable with consonant cluster, vowel-ending.. que — Closed syllable, consonant-ending.
Word Parts
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Open Syllable Rule
Syllables ending in vowels are open and form separate syllables.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters within syllables are maintained, especially in loanwords.
Closed Syllable Rule
Syllables ending in consonants are closed and form separate syllables.
- The initial 'psy-' cluster is an exception to the typical French avoidance of initial consonant clusters, due to its origin as a loanword.
- The silent 'e' at the end of the word does not create a separate syllable.
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