twaɪsreconciled
Syllables
twaɪs-re-con-ciled
Pronunciation
/twaɪs ɹiːˈkɒn.saɪld/
Stress
0010
Morphemes
twice- + reconcile + -ed
The word 'twice-reconciled' is divided into four syllables: twaɪs-re-con-ciled. It consists of the prefix 'twice-', the root 'reconcile', and the suffix '-ed'. The primary stress falls on the third syllable ('con'). Syllable division follows the rule of vowel sounds forming syllables and allowing consonant clusters at syllable boundaries.
Definitions
- 1
Having been reconciled on two occasions; restored to harmony or friendship more than once.
“After years of conflict, they were a twice-reconciled family.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('con'), typical for verbs with the -ed suffix.
Syllables
twaɪs — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster permissible.. re — Open syllable.. con — Closed syllable, consonant cluster at the end.. ciled — Closed syllable, 'c' pronounced /s/ before 'i'.
Word Parts
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Vowel Sound Syllable Rule
Each vowel sound generally forms a syllable.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters can end a syllable if preceded by a vowel.
- The 'twice-' prefix is generally considered a separate syllable despite quick pronunciation.
- Regional variations in vowel quality may occur but do not alter syllable division.
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