incomprehensiblies
Syllables
in-com-pre-hen-si-blies
Pronunciation
/ˌɪnkɒmprɪˈhen.sɪ.bliːz/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
in- + comprehend + -sible
The word 'incomprehensiblies' is a complex noun formed from a prefix, root, and multiple suffixes. Syllable division follows standard English rules, with stress falling on the fourth syllable ('hen'). The word refers to things that are difficult to understand and is a plural noun.
Definitions
- 1
Things that are impossible or very difficult to understand.
“The complexities of quantum physics are often presented as incomprehensiblies to the layperson.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('hen'). The stress pattern is typical for words with the 'comprehend' root and the '-sible' suffix.
Syllables
in — Closed syllable, unstressed.. com — Closed syllable, unstressed.. pre — Open syllable, unstressed.. hen — Closed, stressed syllable, primary stress.. si — Closed syllable, unstressed.. blies — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
Vowel-Consonant Division
Syllables are often divided after a vowel followed by a consonant.
Stress Placement
English stress is complex, but generally falls on the root syllable or a nearby syllable.
Suffix Division
Suffixes are generally separated into their own syllables.
- The word's length and complexity.
- Non-rhoticity of GB English affecting the 'r' in 'comprehend'.
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