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Words with Root “obliga-” in English (GB)
Browse English (GB) words sharing the root “obliga-”, complete with pronunciations, syllable breakdowns, and linguistic insights.
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obliga- Latin *obligare* – to bind, to tie, core meaning of duty or commitment.
counterobligation
6 syllables17 letters
coun·ter·ob·li·ga·tion
/ˌkaʊntəˌɒblɪˈɡeɪʃən/
noun
The word 'counterobligation' is a six-syllable noun with primary stress on the fifth syllable. Syllable division follows standard English onset-rime rules, with exceptions due to the silent 't' in '-tion' and schwa reduction. It's formed from a French prefix, Latin root, and Latin suffix.