ultraenthuseiastic
Syllables
ul-tra-en-thuse-i-as-tic
Pronunciation
/ˌʌltrəˌɛnθjuːziˈæstɪk/
Stress
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Morphemes
ultra- + enthusi- + -astic
The word 'ultraenthusiastic' is divided into seven syllables: ul-tra-en-thuse-i-as-tic. It consists of the prefix 'ultra-', the root 'enthusi-', and the suffix '-astic'. Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('thuse'). Syllable division follows standard English rules based on vowel-consonant sequences and consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
Extremely enthusiastic; showing a very high level of excitement and passion.
“She was an ultraenthusiastic supporter of the local team.”
“His ultraenthusiastic response surprised everyone.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('thuse'). A secondary stress may be present on the first syllable ('ul').
Syllables
ul — Open syllable, onset consonant cluster.. tra — Open syllable, onset consonant cluster.. en — Open syllable.. thuse — Closed syllable, complex onset.. i — Open syllable.. as — Closed syllable.. tic — Closed syllable.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Consonant (VC) Rule
Syllables are often divided after a vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are generally maintained within a syllable unless they are easily separable.
Onset-Rime Rule
Syllables are divided into an onset (initial consonant(s)) and a rime (vowel and any following consonants).
- The length and multiple morphemes of the word make it complex.
- The 'ultra-' prefix may be pronounced quickly, potentially leading to reduced vowel sounds.
- The 'thuse' syllable is a less common pattern but follows established phonological rules.
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