supercombination
Syllables
su-per-com-bi-na-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌsuːpəˌkɒmbɪˈneɪʃən/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
super- + combin- + -ation
The word 'supercombination' is divided into six syllables: su-per-com-bi-na-tion. It consists of the prefix 'super-', the root 'combin-', and the suffix '-ation'. Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('bi'). The syllabification follows standard English rules based on vowel and consonant sequences.
Definitions
- 1
A combination of things that is particularly impressive or effective; an exceptional or ultimate combination.
“The team achieved a supercombination of skills and experience.”
“This new drug is a supercombination of existing therapies.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('bi').
Syllables
su — Open syllable, vowel-initial.. per — Closed syllable, consonant-final.. com — Closed syllable, consonant-final.. bi — Closed syllable, consonant-final, stressed.. na — Open syllable.. tion — Closed syllable, consonant-final.
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Vowel-Initial Syllable
Syllables beginning with a vowel are typically separated.
Consonant-Final Syllable
Syllables ending with a consonant are typically separated.
Stress Placement
Stress influences syllable prominence and can affect perceived boundaries.
- The 'super-' prefix is a common element in English.
- The '-ation' suffix is a standard nominalizing suffix.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may exist but do not alter syllable division.
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