melindrizasemos
Syllables
me-lin-dri-za-se-mos
Pronunciation
/meliŋ.dɾi.θaˈse.mos/
Stress
000010
Morphemes
melindriz + asemos
The word 'melindrizasemos' is a complex Spanish verb form. Syllabification follows standard rules, dividing the word into six syllables: me-lin-dri-za-se-mos. The stress falls on the penultimate syllable. The word is morphologically composed of a root 'melindriz-' and a complex verbal suffix '-asemos'.
Definitions
- 1
To act coyly, affectedly, or with exaggerated delicacy.
To act affectedly, to put on airs.
“Nosotros melindrizasemos para impresionar a los invitados.”
“No melindrizasemos, sé sincero.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('se'), following the rule for words ending in vowels.
Syllables
me — Open syllable, unstressed.. lin — Open syllable, unstressed.. dri — Closed syllable, unstressed.. za — Open syllable, unstressed.. se — Open syllable, stressed.. mos — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Consonant-Vowel
Syllables are generally divided between vowels.
Consonant Clusters
Consonant clusters (like 'dr') are usually kept together within a syllable.
Penultimate Stress
Words ending in a vowel (excluding 'n' or 's') are stressed on the penultimate syllable.
Pronoun Clitics
Pronoun clitics (like 'nos') are attached to the verb and syllabified as part of the final syllable.
- The verb 'melindrizar' is uncommon, potentially leading to slight pronunciation variations. The 'z' pronunciation varies regionally.
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