zootechniciens
The word 'zootechniciens' is divided into five syllables: zo-o-tech-ni-ciens. It's a noun of Greek and Latin origin, meaning 'animal husbandry technicians'. The primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows vowel-based division and consonant cluster handling rules.
Definitions
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Technicians specializing in the scientific breeding and management of livestock.
Animal husbandry technicians
“Les zootechniciens travaillent à améliorer la qualité du bétail.”
“Elle est devenue zootechnicienne après ses études.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('ni' in 'tech-ni-ciens').
Syllables
zo — Open syllable, containing a single vowel sound.. o — Open syllable, containing a single vowel sound.. tech — Closed syllable, ending in a consonant.. ni — Open syllable, containing a single vowel sound.. ciens — Closed syllable, containing a nasal vowel and ending in a consonant.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Based Division
Syllables are formed around vowel sounds.
Consonant Cluster Handling
Consonant clusters are kept together unless they disrupt pronunciation.
Penultimate Stress
French generally stresses the penultimate syllable.
- The 'cien' sequence can be pronounced as /sjɛ̃/ or /sjã/, but the syllabification remains consistent.
- The 'o' is a standalone syllable due to its vowel sound.
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