doublebattalioned
Syllables
double-bat-ta-lioned
Pronunciation
/ˈdʌbəl ˈbætəliənd/
Stress
10010
Morphemes
double + battalion + -ioned
The word 'double-battalioned' is divided into five syllables: double-bat-ta-lioned. It consists of the prefix 'double-', the root 'battalion', and the suffix '-ioned'. Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('li'). Syllabification follows vowel-based rules and respects morpheme boundaries.
Definitions
- 1
Having two battalions; consisting of two battalions.
“The double-battalioned regiment advanced cautiously.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('li'). The first syllable ('double') also receives some stress, but is less prominent.
Syllables
double — Open syllable, stressed.. bat — Open syllable, unstressed.. ta — Open syllable, unstressed, schwa vowel.. li — Open syllable, stressed.. oned — Closed syllable, unstressed.
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Vowel Rule
Syllables are built around vowel sounds.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are split according to maximal onset.
Morpheme Boundary Rule
Syllable division often respects morpheme boundaries.
- Geminate consonant 'tt' in 'battalion' - generally retained in standard pronunciation.
- Vowel reduction in unstressed syllables (schwa).
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