counterrevolutions
Syllables
coun-ter-re-vo-lu-tions
Pronunciation
/ˌkaʊntərˌrevəˈluːʃənz/
Stress
010011
Morphemes
counter- + revolut- + -ions
The word 'counterrevolutions' is divided into six syllables: coun-ter-re-vo-lu-tions. It consists of the prefix 'counter-', the root 'revolut-', and the suffix '-ions'. Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable. Syllable division follows vowel-initial and consonant cluster rules, influenced by GB English pronunciation.
Definitions
- 1
Actions or movements intended to reverse the effects of a revolution.
“The government feared counterrevolutions from exiled royalists.”
“The failed counterrevolutions led to further consolidation of power.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('luː') in 'counterrevolutions'. The first and third syllables have secondary stress.
Syllables
coun — Open syllable, initial vowel sound.. ter — Closed syllable, consonant ending.. re — Open syllable, vowel-initial.. vo — Open syllable, vowel-initial.. lu — Open syllable, vowel-initial.. tions — Closed syllable, consonant cluster ending.
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Vowel-Initial Syllables
Syllables beginning with a vowel are generally separated.
Consonant Clusters
Consonant clusters are often kept together, especially at the end of a word.
Stress Placement
Stress influences perceived syllable boundaries.
- Non-rhoticity of GB English affects the pronunciation of 'r' sounds.
- The 'ter' sequence is often grouped with the following vowel.
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