mischiefworking
Syllables
mis-chief-work-ing
Pronunciation
/ˈmɪʃ.ˌtʃiːf ˈwɜːr.kɪŋ/
Stress
0101
Morphemes
mis- + chief + -ing
The word 'mischief-working' is divided into four syllables: mis-chief-work-ing. It's a compound adjective formed from 'mischief' and 'working', with primary stress on the second syllable of each component. The syllabification follows standard vowel and consonant cluster rules, with consideration for the compound structure.
Definitions
- 1
Causing or relating to mischief; actively engaged in mischievous behavior.
“The mischief-working children had turned the living room upside down.”
“He was known for his mischief-working ways.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable of 'mischief' and the fourth syllable of 'working'.
Syllables
mis — Open, unstressed syllable.. chief — Open, stressed syllable.. work — Closed, unstressed syllable.. ing — Closed, stressed syllable.
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Vowel Rule
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Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are often kept together within a syllable, especially when following a vowel.
Compound Word Rule
Compound words are divided between their constituent parts.
Stress Rule
Stress typically falls on long vowels or diphthongs.
- The hyphen in 'mischief-working' aids clarity.
- Regional variations in pronunciation might affect vowel sounds but not syllable division.
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