stratosphérique
Syllables
stra-to-sphé-ri-que
Pronunciation
/stʁa.to.sfe.ʁik/
Stress
00100
Morphemes
strato- + sphère + -ique
The word 'stratosphérique' is divided into five syllables: stra-to-sphé-ri-que. It's an adjective of Latin and Greek origin, with primary stress on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows standard French rules prioritizing vowel sounds and maintaining consonant clusters like 'str'.
Definitions
- 1
Relating to the stratosphere, the layer of the Earth's atmosphere above the troposphere.
Stratospheric
“Les vols stratosphériques sont rares.”
“La couche d'ozone protège contre les rayons UV stratosphériques.”
ant:troposphérique
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('sphé'), which is the penultimate syllable, typical for French adjectives ending in -ique.
Syllables
stra — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster.. to — Open syllable.. sphé — Closed syllable, primary stress.. ri — Open syllable.. que — Closed syllable.
Word Parts
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Vowel Peak Rule
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are generally maintained unless complex.
Final Silent 'e' Rule
Silent 'e' at the end of a syllable doesn't create a new syllable but influences vowel pronunciation.
Stress Rule
Stress typically falls on the penultimate syllable in French adjectives ending in -ique.
- The 'str' cluster is treated as a single unit for syllabification.
- The final 'e' is silent but affects vowel pronunciation.
- Regional variations in pronunciation of the 'r' sound may exist.
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