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Words with Root “select” in English (GB)

Browse English (GB) words sharing the root “select”, complete with pronunciations, syllable breakdowns, and linguistic insights.

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select Latin origin (*selegere*), meaning 'to choose'.

counterselection
5 syllables16 letters
coun·ter·se·lec·tion
/ˌkaʊntər sɪˈlekʃən/
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The word 'counterselection' is divided into five syllables: coun-ter-se-lec-tion. It comprises the prefix 'counter-', the root 'select', and the suffix '-ion'. Primary stress falls on 'lec', with secondary stress on 'coun'. Syllable division follows the onset-rime principle.