counterrevolution
Syllables
coun-ter-re-vo-lu-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌkaʊntərˌrɛvəˈluːʃən/
Stress
010010
Morphemes
counter- + revolut- + -ion
The word 'counter-revolution' is divided into six syllables: coun-ter-re-vo-lu-tion. It consists of the prefix 'counter-', the root 'revolut-', and the suffix '-ion'. Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('lu-'). Syllable division follows vowel-consonant and closed syllable rules, considering morphemic boundaries.
Definitions
- 1
A revolution that attempts to overthrow a previous revolution, or a movement opposing a revolution.
“The counter-revolution aimed to restore the monarchy.”
“The government feared a counter-revolution from disgruntled citizens.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('lu-'), indicated by '1'. Secondary stress falls on the first syllable ('coun-'), indicated by '1'. All other syllables are unstressed ('0').
Syllables
coun — Open syllable, initial syllable.. ter — Closed syllable, contains a schwa.. re — Open syllable, short vowel sound.. vo — Open syllable, diphthong.. lu — Open syllable, long vowel sound.. tion — Closed syllable, final syllable with a schwa.
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Vowel-Consonant Rule
Syllables are often divided after vowels, especially when followed by consonants.
Closed Syllable Rule
Syllables ending in a consonant are typically closed, forming a distinct syllable unit.
Morphemic Boundary Rule
Morphemic boundaries (prefix, root, suffix) often coincide with syllable boundaries, guiding the division process.
- The 'counter-' prefix is often treated as a single unit despite its internal structure.
- Vowel sounds can vary slightly based on regional accents.
- The hyphenated nature of 'counter-' could lead to alternative interpretations, but it's treated as a single morpheme here.
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