How Do You Spell TETRASYLLABLE?

Pronunciation: [tˈɛtɹɐsˌɪləbə͡l] (IPA)

Tetrasyllable is a word that describes a four-syllable word. The correct spelling for this word is te-tr-a-syl-la-ble. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is /tɛtrəˈsɪləbəl/. The first syllable is pronounced with the vowel sound /ɛ/ as in the word "net." The emphasis is on the second syllable which is pronounced with the vowel sound /ə/ as in the word "sofa." The final syllable ends with the letter "e" but is pronounced with a schwa sound /ə/, creating the final sound of the word, "-ble".

TETRASYLLABLE Meaning and Definition

1. Tetrasyllable is defined as a word consisting of four syllables. It is a specific term used in linguistics and phonetics to describe longer words that can be broken down into four smaller parts or syllables. Syllables are the basic building blocks of speech, and they are the units of sound that make up words.

   In a tetrasyllable, as in any other word, each syllable is typically composed of one vowel sound (the nucleus) surrounded by consonant sounds (the onset and coda). These individual syllables can have different stress patterns, with some syllables being pronounced with greater emphasis or prominence compared to others. The stress pattern of a tetrasyllable contributes to the overall rhythm and flow of the word when spoken or read aloud.

   Examples of tetrasyllable words include "university," "unbelievable," "extraterrestrial," and "concentration." These words are typically longer and more complex, often consisting of multiple morphemes (meaningful units) combined together. Tetrasyllables can be found in various languages and have different meanings, serving different purposes depending on the context in which they are used.

   Understanding the structure and characteristics of tetrasyllables aids in the study of phonetics, phonology, and linguistics as a whole, as it allows for the analysis, comparison, and classification of words based on their syllabic patterns and sound properties.

2. • Consisting of four syllables.

   • A word of four syllables.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for TETRASYLLABLE

• tertrasyllable
• retrasyllable
• fetrasyllable
• getrasyllable
• yetrasyllable
• 6etrasyllable
• 5etrasyllable
• twtrasyllable
• tstrasyllable
• tdtrasyllable
• trtrasyllable
• t4trasyllable
• t3trasyllable
• tegrasyllable
• teyrasyllable
• te6rasyllable
• teteasyllable
• tetdasyllable
• tetfasyllable
• tettasyllable

Etymology of TETRASYLLABLE

The word "tetrasyllable" is derived from the combination of two Greek roots: "tetra", meaning "four", and "sýllabos", meaning "syllable". The Greek etymology reflects the meaning of the word, referring to a word or phrase composed of four syllables.

Plural form of TETRASYLLABLE is TETRASYLLABLES