irreprovableness
Syllables
ir-re-pro-va-ble-ness
Pronunciation
/ɪrˈreprəvəblnəs/
Stress
001000
Morphemes
ir- + prov- + -able-ness
The word 'irreprovableness' is divided into six syllables: ir-re-pro-va-ble-ness. The primary stress falls on the 'pro' syllable. It's a noun formed from the root 'prov-' with prefixes 'ir-' and suffixes '-able' and '-ness'. Syllable division follows the vowel sound rule, forming syllables around each vowel.
Definitions
- 1
The quality or state of being incapable of being reproved or criticized; faultlessness.
“Her irreprovableness was admired by all who knew her.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('pro'). This is typical for words with multiple prefixes and suffixes, where stress tends to shift towards the root.
Syllables
ir — Open syllable, initial syllable.. re — Open syllable.. pro — Open syllable, primary stress.. va — Open syllable.. ble — Open syllable.. ness — Open syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
Vowel Sound Rule
Syllables are formed around vowel sounds. Each vowel sound typically constitutes a syllable.
- The 'bl' consonant cluster is permissible in English and does not require syllable separation.
- The final '-ness' suffix forms a natural syllable.
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