thrashingmachine
The compound noun 'thrashing-machine' is divided into four syllables: thra-shing-ma-chine. It consists of the root 'thrash' with the '-ing' suffix, and the root 'machine'. Primary stress falls on the first syllable of 'thrash' and the second syllable of 'machine'. Syllabification follows the onset-rime principle and consonant cluster division rules.
Definitions
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A machine used for separating grain from the stalks and husks.
“The farmer relied on his thrashing-machine to harvest the wheat.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress on the first syllable of 'thrash' and the second syllable of 'machine'
Syllables
thra — Closed syllable, onset with consonant cluster /θr/, rime /æ/.. shing — Closed syllable, onset /ʃ/, rime /ɪŋ/.. ma — Open syllable, onset /m/, rime /ə/.. chine — Closed syllable, onset /ʃ/, rime /iːn/
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime Principle
Syllables are formed around a vowel nucleus with preceding and following consonants.
Consonant Cluster Division
Complex consonant clusters are divided based on sonority hierarchy.
VCV Rule
When encountering VCV sequences, syllables are often divided between the vowels.
- The initial /θr/ cluster may be simplified by some speakers.
- Vowel quality in unstressed syllables can vary based on regional accent.
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