counterrevolution
Syllables
coun-ter-rev-o-lu-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌkaʊntə(r)ˌrevəˈluːʃən/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
counter- + revolution
The word 'counterrevolution' is divided into six syllables: coun-ter-rev-o-lu-tion. It consists of the prefix 'counter-', the root 'revolution', and no suffix. Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable. Syllable division follows rules of maximizing onsets and vowel-consonant division, with potential for 'r' elision in non-rhotic accents.
Definitions
- 1
A movement or series of actions intended to reverse the effects of a previous revolution.
“The counterrevolution aimed to restore the monarchy.”
“Historians debate the success of the counterrevolution.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('lu'). The stress pattern is typical for words of this length and structure.
Syllables
coun — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. ter — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant cluster.. rev — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. o — Open syllable, schwa sound.. lu — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. tion — Closed syllable, consonant cluster followed by vowel.
Word Parts
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Maximizing Onsets
Prioritizing consonant clusters to begin syllables.
Vowel-Consonant Division
Dividing between vowel and consonant sounds when no other rules apply.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Allowing consonant clusters within syllables.
- The 'r' sound in 'ter' can be elided in some non-rhotic British English accents.
- Vowel reduction in unstressed syllables (e.g., 'o' becoming a schwa).
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