supercordialness
Syllables
su-per-cor-dial-ness
Pronunciation
/suː.pər.kɔːr.ˈdiː.əl.nəs/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
super- + cordial + -ness
The word 'supercordialness' is divided into five syllables: su-per-cor-dial-ness. It consists of the prefix 'super-', the root 'cordial', and the suffix '-ness'. Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('dial'). The syllabification follows the principles of maximizing onsets and ensuring each syllable has a vowel nucleus.
Definitions
- 1
The quality or state of being extremely warm, friendly, and sincere.
“Her supercordialness immediately put everyone at ease.”
“The ambassador was known for his supercordialness during diplomatic meetings.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('dial').
Syllables
su — Open syllable, initial syllable.. per — Open syllable, unstressed.. cor — Closed syllable, vowel quality may vary regionally.. dial — Closed syllable, contains a diphthong.. ness — Closed syllable, final syllable, nominal suffix.
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Vowel Nucleus
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Closed vs. Open Syllables
Syllables ending in a consonant are closed; those ending in a vowel are open.
- Regional variations in the pronunciation of the 'cor' vowel.
- The 'per' syllable could be considered weak, but maintains distinct pronunciation.
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