richembroidered
The word 'rich-embroidered' is a compound adjective divided into four syllables: rich-em-broi-dered. Stress falls on 'rich' and 'broi'. The morphemes are 'rich' (root) and 'embroidered' (suffix/root). Syllable division follows onset-rime and vowel-coda rules.
Definitions
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Decorated with elaborate embroidery; opulent and richly ornamented.
“The rich-embroidered tapestry hung on the wall.”
“She wore a rich-embroidered gown to the ball.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress on the first syllable ('rich') and secondary stress on the first syllable of 'embroidered' ('broi').
Syllables
rich — Closed syllable, stressed.. em — Open syllable, unstressed.. broi — Diphthong syllable, stressed.. dered — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime
Separation of syllables based on the onset (initial consonant sound(s)) and rime (vowel and following consonants).
Vowel-Coda
Separation of syllables based on the vowel and any following consonants (coda).
- The hyphenated nature of the compound adjective influences syllable division, respecting the boundaries of the constituent words.
- Potential reduction of /ɔɪ/ in rapid speech.
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