regularfeatured
Syllables
reg-u-lar-fea-tured
Pronunciation
/ˈregjʊlə(r) ˈfiːtʃəd/
Stress
0 0 1 0 0
Morphemes
regular- + feature + -ed
The word 'regular-featured' is divided into five syllables: reg-u-lar-fea-tured. Stress falls on 'lar'. It's a compound adjective formed from 'regular' and 'feature', with '-ed' marking adjectival formation. Syllabification follows onset maximization and vowel nucleus rules, considering the optional 'r' in GB English.
Definitions
- 1
Having regular or typical features; conforming to a standard pattern of characteristics.
“The building had a regular-featured facade.”
“The landscape was regular-featured, with rolling hills and neat fields.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('lar').
Syllables
reg — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. u — Open syllable, single vowel sound.. lar — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant cluster. Optional 'r' sound.. fea — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. tured — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant cluster.
Word Parts
Similar Words
Onset Maximization
Attempting to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of a syllable.
Vowel Nucleus
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Division
Consonant clusters are divided to create permissible syllable structures.
Compound Word Syllabification
Syllables are divided respecting the original word boundaries within the compound.
- The hyphenated structure requires maintaining original orthography.
- The optional 'r' in British English pronunciation adds complexity.
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