Words with Suffix “--ures” in English (GB)

The word 'counterpressures' is divided into four syllables: coun-ter-pres-sures. The primary stress falls on 'pres'. It's a noun formed from the prefix 'counter-', the root 'press-', and the suffix '-ures'. Syllable division follows standard onset-rime rules.

The word 'microarchitectures' is syllabified as mi-cro-ar-chi-tec-tures, with primary stress on 'tec'. It comprises the prefix 'micro-', root 'architect', and suffix '-ures'. Syllable division follows vowel-consonant and consonant cluster rules, respecting morpheme boundaries. It's a noun referring to computer component design.