rhythandblues
The word 'rhythm-and-blues' is divided into three syllables: 'rhyth', 'and', and 'blues'. Primary stress falls on 'rhythm' and 'blues'. It's a compound noun with Greek and uncertain origins, representing a musical genre.
Definitions
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A genre of popular music originating in African-American communities in the 1940s.
“He enjoys listening to rhythm-and-blues.”
“The concert featured a blend of rock and rhythm-and-blues.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress on 'rhythm' and 'blues', unstressed 'and'.
Syllables
rhyth — Closed syllable, onset 'rɪð', rime 'əm', primary stress.. and — Open syllable, onset 'æ', rime 'nd'. blues — Closed syllable, onset 'bluː', rime 'z', secondary stress.
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Onset-Rime Principle
Syllables are structured around a vowel nucleus (rime) preceded by optional consonants (onset).
Sonority Sequencing Principle
Consonants are ordered by their sonority, with more sonorous sounds closer to the vowel.
Maximizing Onsets Principle
Consonants are assigned to onsets whenever possible.
- The hyphenated nature of the word is stylistic and doesn't affect syllabification.
- Pronunciation of 'rhythm' can vary slightly.
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