weightresisting
The word 'weight-resisting' is divided into four syllables: weight-re-sist-ing. It consists of the prefix 'weight', the root 'resist', and the suffix '-ing'. The primary stress falls on the second syllable ('re'). The syllable division follows the principles of maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants, adhering to standard English (GB) phonological rules.
Definitions
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('re'), typical for verb + -ing constructions.
Syllables
weight — Open syllable, ending in a vowel sound.. re — Closed syllable, ending in a consonant sound.. sist — Closed syllable, ending in a consonant cluster.. ing — Closed syllable, ending in a nasal consonant cluster.
Word Parts
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Vowel Peak Principle
Every syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are included in the onset whenever possible.
Coda Maximization
Consonant clusters are included in the coda whenever possible.
- The 'e' in 're' is silent.
- Potential vowel reduction in 'weight' in some regional accents.
- The hyphenated structure initially suggests a compound, but the morphological analysis reveals a derivative structure.
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