wellarticulated
Syllables
well-ar-ti-cu-la-ted
Pronunciation
/ˌwel ɑːˈtɪkjuːleɪtɪd/
Stress
001001
Morphemes
well- + articulate + -ed
The word 'well-articulated' is syllabified as well-ar-ti-cu-la-ted, with primary stress on 'cu'. It's morphologically composed of the prefix 'well-', the root 'articulate', and the suffix '-ed'. Syllable division follows standard English vowel-based rules.
Definitions
- 1
Expressed clearly and effectively; pronounced or expressed in a clear and articulate manner.
“She gave a well-articulated presentation.”
“His response was well-articulated and thoughtful.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('cu'). The stress pattern is typical for words with this morphological structure.
Syllables
well — Open syllable, initial syllable.. ar — Open syllable, vowel followed by a consonant.. ti — Closed syllable, vowel surrounded by consonants.. cu — Closed syllable, vowel surrounded by consonants.. la — Open syllable, vowel followed by a consonant.. ted — Closed syllable, vowel surrounded by consonants.
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