modernpracticed
Syllables
mod-ern-prac-ticed
Pronunciation
/ˈmɑːdərn ˈpræktɪst/
Stress
10 10
Morphemes
modern- + practice + -ed
The word 'modern-practiced' is a hyphenated adjective syllabified as mod-ern-prac-ticed, with primary stress on 'mod' and 'prac'. It's composed of the prefix 'modern-', the root 'practice', and the suffix '-ed'. Syllable division follows vowel and consonant cluster rules, considering the compound structure.
Definitions
- 1
Characterized by or relating to current methods or techniques; skilled and experienced in a particular field.
“The modern-practiced architect designed a sustainable building.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable of each component: 'mod' and 'prac'.
Syllables
mod — Open syllable, stressed.. ern — Closed syllable, unstressed.. prac — Closed syllable, stressed.. ticed — Closed syllable, unstressed.
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Vowel Rule
Syllables are typically built around vowel sounds.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are generally kept together within a syllable.
Compound Word Rule
Hyphenated compound words are treated as separate units for initial syllabification.
Suffix Rule
Common suffixes are separated into their own syllable if they create a new vowel sound.
- The hyphenated structure requires treating each component as a separate unit for initial syllabification.
- Potential vowel reduction in 'modern' by some speakers.
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