quadrugularness
Syllables
qua-dru-gu-lar-ness
Pronunciation
/kwɑːdræŋˈɡjʊlərnəs/
Stress
00010
Morphemes
quadr- + angul- + -ar-ness
The word 'quadrangularness' is divided into five syllables: qua-dru-gu-lar-ness. It's a noun with Latin roots and English suffixes, with primary stress on the fourth syllable. Syllable division follows open syllable and consonant cluster rules, with special consideration for the 'gu' digraph.
Definitions
- 1
The state or quality of being quadrilateral; having four angles.
“The quadrangularness of the building's design was striking.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('lar').
Syllables
qua — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster.. dru — Open syllable, consonant cluster.. gu — Open syllable, 'gu' digraph.. lar — Open, stressed syllable.. ness — Open syllable, suffix.
Word Parts
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Open Syllable Rule
Syllables ending in a vowel sound are generally open.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are maintained within syllables.
Digraph Rule
'qu' is treated as a single unit.
- Pronunciation of 'gu' as /ɡju/.
- Stress placement influenced by root length and suffixation.
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