postexpressionist
Syllables
post-ex-pres-sion-ist
Pronunciation
/ˌpoʊstɪkˈsprɛʃənɪst/
Stress
0 0 1 0 0
Morphemes
post- + expression + -ist
The word 'postexpressionist' is divided into five syllables: post-ex-pres-sion-ist. The primary stress falls on the third syllable ('pres'). It's a compound word with Latin and Greek roots, functioning as an adjective or noun. Syllabification follows the Vowel Peak Principle and allows for consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
Relating to or characteristic of the period following Expressionism.
“The artist's work displayed a clear postexpressionist sensibility.”
- 1
A follower or practitioner of postexpressionism.
“He was a leading figure in the postexpressionist movement.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('pres').
Syllables
post — Open syllable, vowel sound at the end.. ex — Closed syllable, consonant cluster at the end.. pres — Closed syllable, consonant at the end.. sion — Closed syllable, nasal consonant at the end.. ist — Closed syllable, consonant cluster at the end.
Word Parts
Vowel Peak Principle
Every syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are permissible at the end of a syllable.
Onset-Rime Structure
Syllables are divided into an onset and a rime.
- The compound nature of the word could lead to alternative analyses, but the presented division aligns with standard English syllabification practices.
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