superstrenuously
Syllables
su-per-stren-u-ous-ly
Pronunciation
/ˌsuːpə(r)ˈstrenjuəsli/
Stress
010010
Morphemes
super- + stren- + -uous
The word 'superstrenuously' is divided into six syllables: su-per-stren-u-ous-ly. It's an adverb formed from a Latin root ('stren') with intensifying and adverbial suffixes. Primary stress falls on 'stren'. Syllable division follows vowel nucleus and onset-rime rules, with consideration for non-rhotic pronunciation.
Definitions
- 1
In a very energetic, vigorous, or forceful manner.
“He worked superstrenuously to finish the project on time.”
“She protested superstrenuously against the unfair decision.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('stren'). Secondary stress on the first syllable ('su').
Syllables
su — Open syllable, unstressed.. per — Open syllable, unstressed, optional 'r' sound.. stren — Closed syllable, primary stress.. u — Open syllable, unstressed.. ous — Open syllable, unstressed.. ly — Open syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
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Vowel Nucleus Rule
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Onset-Rime Rule
Syllables are divided into an onset (initial consonant(s)) and a rime (vowel and following consonants).
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are generally maintained within a syllable unless they can be broken up by a schwa.
- The optional 'r' after the 'p' in 'super' is a common feature of non-rhotic accents.
- Vowel reduction in unstressed syllables.
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