quasirespectable
Syllables
qua-si-re-spec-ta-ble
Pronunciation
/ˈkweɪziː rɪˈspektəbl̩/
Stress
101001
Morphemes
quasi- + respect + -able
The word 'quasi-respectable' is divided into six syllables: qua-si-re-spec-ta-ble. It consists of a Latin prefix 'quasi-', a Latin root 'respect', and a Latin suffix '-able'. Primary stress falls on 'spec'. Syllabification follows standard vowel and consonant rules, with open syllables formed around vowel sounds and closed syllables ending in consonants.
Definitions
- 1
Appearing or claiming to be respectable but not genuinely so; superficially respectable.
“He was a quasi-respectable businessman with a shady past.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('spec'). Secondary stress falls on the first syllable ('qua'). The remaining syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
qua — Open syllable, initial syllable, vowel sound carries the syllable.. si — Open syllable, vowel sound carries the syllable.. re — Open syllable, vowel sound carries the syllable.. spec — Closed syllable, consonant 'c' closes the syllable, primary stress.. ta — Open syllable, vowel sound carries the syllable, reduced vowel.. ble — Closed syllable, consonant 'l' closes the syllable, syllabic consonant.
Word Parts
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Vowel Rule
Each vowel sound generally forms a syllable.
Consonant Rule
Consonant sounds typically close a syllable.
Onset-Rime Rule
Syllables are often structured as onset (initial consonant sounds) and rime (vowel and following consonants).
- The pronunciation of 'quasi' can vary, with /iː/ being common in British English.
- The final syllable '-ble' is often treated as a single unit due to its frequent occurrence.
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