shallowthoughted
The word 'shallow-thoughted' is divided into four syllables: shal-low-thought-ed. It's a compound adjective formed from the prefix 'shallow', the root 'thought', and the suffix '-ed'. Primary stress falls on the first syllable of each compound element. Syllable division follows standard vowel-consonant and consonant cluster rules.
Definitions
- 1
Lacking in depth of thought or serious consideration; superficial.
“His shallow-thoughted remarks offended many people.”
“She made a shallow-thoughted decision without considering the consequences.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable of 'shallow' and the first syllable of 'thoughted'.
Syllables
shal — Open syllable, vowel-initial.. low — Open syllable, vowel-initial.. thought — Closed syllable, consonant-final.. ed — Closed syllable, consonant-final.
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Vowel-Consonant Rule
Syllables are typically divided after vowels.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters following vowels generally remain within the same syllable.
Compound Word Rule
Compound words are divided between their constituent parts.
- The archaic nature of 'thoughted' and the importance of the hyphen for clarity.
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