percussionproof
The word 'percussion-proof' is a compound adjective divided into four syllables (per-cus-sion-proof) with stress on the second syllable of each component. Syllabification follows standard English rules based on vowel sounds and consonant clusters.
Definitions
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Resistant to damage or penetration by percussion or impact.
“The watch is percussion-proof and can withstand significant impacts.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable of 'percussion' and the first syllable of 'proof'.
Syllables
per — Open syllable, vowel sound at the end.. cus — Closed syllable, consonant cluster 'sh' at the end.. sion — Closed syllable, consonant cluster 'sh' at the end.. proof — Closed syllable, consonant cluster 'f' at the end.
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Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are typically kept together within a syllable.
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