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Words with Root “bal-” in English (GB)
Browse English (GB) words sharing the root “bal-”, complete with pronunciations, syllable breakdowns, and linguistic insights.
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bal- From Latin *ballare*, meaning 'to dance, weigh'. Core meaning relating to equilibrium.
counterbalancing
5 syllables16 letters
coun·ter·bal·anc·ing
/ˌkaʊntəˈbælənsɪŋ/
Gerund/Present Participle
Counterbalancing is a five-syllable word with stress on the third syllable. It's formed from a prefix, root, and suffixes, and its syllabification follows standard English rules, prioritizing vowel sounds and maximizing onsets.