counterextension
Syllables
coun-ter-ex-ten-sion
Pronunciation
/ˌkaʊn.tə.ɪkˈsten.ʃən/
Stress
00101
Morphemes
counter + extend + ion
The word 'counterextension' is divided into five syllables: coun-ter-ex-ten-sion. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable. It's morphologically complex, consisting of the prefix 'counter-', the root 'extend', and the suffix '-ion'. Syllabification follows standard English rules prioritizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
The act of opposing or reversing an extension; a retraction or curtailment following a previous expansion.
“The government announced a counterextension of the deadline due to unforeseen circumstances.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('ten' in 'extension').
Syllables
coun — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant(s).. ter — Open syllable, vowel preceded by consonant.. ex — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant(s).. ten — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant(s).. sion — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant(s).
Word Parts
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Avoid Stranded Consonants
Ensuring consonants are not left alone at the end of a syllable without a following vowel.
- The 't' between 'counter' and 'extension' may be a flap or quick stop.
- Potential schwa reduction in unstressed syllables (e.g., 'coun-').
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