shallowsearching
Syllables
shal-low-search-ing
Pronunciation
/ˈʃæloʊ ˈsɜːrtʃɪŋ/
Stress
1010
Morphemes
shall/search + -ow/-ing
The word 'shallow-searching' is a compound adjective divided into four syllables: shal-low-search-ing. Stress falls on the first syllable of each component. It's formed from the roots 'shall' and 'search' with the suffixes '-ow' and '-ing' respectively. Syllabification follows standard English vowel-consonant and consonant cluster division rules.
Definitions
- 1
Characterized by a lack of thoroughness or depth in searching; not investigating carefully or completely.
“The detective conducted a shallow-searching investigation, missing crucial clues.”
“A shallow-searching review of the literature failed to uncover important research.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable of 'shallow' and the first syllable of 'searching' (SHAL-low SEARCH-ing).
Syllables
shal — Open syllable, stressed.. low — Open syllable, unstressed.. search — Closed syllable, stressed.. ing — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
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Open Syllable Rule
Syllables ending in a vowel sound are generally considered open syllables.
Closed Syllable Rule
Syllables ending in a consonant sound are generally considered closed syllables.
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