indecorousnesses
Syllables
in-de-co-rous-ness-es
Pronunciation
/ˌɪn.dɪˈkɒr.əs.nɪs.ɪz/
Stress
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Morphemes
in- + decor- + -ous, -ness, -es
The word 'indecorousnesses' is divided into six syllables: in-de-co-rous-ness-es. The primary stress falls on 'rous'. It's a noun formed from a Latin root with English suffixes, denoting instances of improper behavior. Syllabification follows vowel sound and onset maximization rules.
Definitions
- 1
Instances of improper or inappropriate behavior or character.
“The queen was shocked by the indecorousnesses displayed at the party.”
“His indecorousnesses were a constant source of embarrassment.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('rous').
Syllables
in — Open syllable, initial syllable.. de — Open syllable, follows 'in'.. co — Open syllable, follows 'de'.. rous — Closed syllable, primary stress.. ness — Closed syllable, follows 'rous'.. es — Closed syllable, plural marker.
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Vowel Sound Rule
Syllables are formed around vowel sounds.
Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are maintained within a syllable if possible.
- Pronunciation of 'r' after vowels in GB English.
- Length of the word and multiple suffixes.
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