reentertainment
Syllables
re-en-ter-tain-ment
Pronunciation
/ˌriːɛntərˈteɪnmənt/
Stress
0 0 0 1 0
Morphemes
re + entertain + ment
The word 're-entertainment' is divided into five syllables: re-en-ter-tain-ment. It consists of the prefix 're-', the root 'entertain', and the suffix '-ment'. Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('tain'). Syllabification follows vowel-consonant division and prefix/suffix separation rules.
Definitions
- 1
The act of providing amusement or enjoyment again; a renewed or refreshed form of entertainment.
“The re-entertainment of classic films is a popular trend.”
“The theme park offered a complete re-entertainment of its attractions.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('tain'), indicated by '1'. The other syllables are unstressed ('0').
Syllables
re — Open syllable, containing the prefix 're'. en — Closed syllable, part of the root word. ter — Closed syllable, part of the root word. tain — Closed syllable, part of the root word, stressed syllable. ment — Closed syllable, containing the suffix 'ment'
Word Parts
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Vowel-Consonant Division
Syllables are often divided after a vowel followed by a consonant.
Prefix/Suffix Division
Prefixes and suffixes are generally separated into distinct syllables.
Consonant Cluster Division
Consonant clusters are often maintained within a syllable.
- The prefix 're-' can sometimes be elided in rapid speech.
- Vowel sounds in 'entertain' can vary slightly depending on regional accents.
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