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Words with Root “-ern” in English (GB)
Browse English (GB) words sharing the root “-ern”, complete with pronunciations, syllable breakdowns, and linguistic insights.
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-ern Old English origin, adjectival suffix denoting origin/direction.
northeasternmost
4 syllables16 letters
nor·theas·tern·most
/ˌnɔːθˈiːstənˌməʊst/
adjective
The word 'northeasternmost' is divided into four syllables: nor-theas-tern-most. Stress falls on the second syllable ('-east-'). It's formed from the prefix 'north-east', the root '-ern', and the suffix '-most'. Syllable division follows rules maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.