superindustriousness
Syllables
su-per-in-dus-tri-ous-ness
Pronunciation
/ˌsuːpərɪnˈdʌstriəsnəs/
Stress
0010000
Morphemes
super- + industrious + -ness
The word 'superindustriousness' is syllabified as su-per-in-dus-tri-ous-ness, with primary stress on 'tri'. It comprises the prefix 'super-', root 'industrious', and suffix '-ness'. Syllabification follows standard English vowel-coda and consonant cluster rules.
Definitions
- 1
The state or quality of being extremely diligent and hardworking.
“Her superindustriousness was the key to her success in the competitive field.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('tri') of 'industriousness'. The prefix 'super-' and suffix '-ness' are unstressed.
Syllables
su — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. per — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. in — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant cluster.. dus — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant cluster.. tri — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant cluster. Primary stress.. ous — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. ness — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant.
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Vowel-Coda Rule
Syllables generally end in a vowel sound. This rule dictates the division between open syllables.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are generally maintained within a syllable. This applies to 'ndus' and 'tri'.
Consonant-Coda Rule
Syllables can end in consonants. This applies to the final 'ness' syllable.
- The prefix 'super-' adds length but doesn't alter the core syllabification rules.
- Stress placement is crucial for accurate pronunciation and can influence perceived syllable boundaries.
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