tranquilizantes
Syllables
tra-nqui-li-zan-tes
Pronunciation
/tɾaŋ.ki.li.θan.tes/ or /tɾaŋ.ki.li.ˈsan.tes/
Stress
00100
Morphemes
trans- + tranquili- + -zantes
The word 'tranquilizantes' is divided into five syllables: tra-nqui-li-zan-tes. The stress falls on the third syllable ('li'). It's morphologically composed of the prefix 'trans-', the root 'tranquili-', and the suffix '-zantes'. Syllable division follows standard Spanish rules based on vowel sounds and permissible consonant clusters.
Definitions
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Substances or agents that induce calmness or reduce anxiety.
Tranquilizers
“Los médicos recetaron tranquilizantes para aliviar su ansiedad.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('li'), following the penultimate stress rule for words ending in vowels, 'n', or 's'.
Syllables
tra — Open syllable, consonant-vowel structure.. nqui — Open syllable, consonant cluster followed by vowel.. li — Open, stressed syllable.. zan — Open syllable, regional variation in 'z' pronunciation.. tes — Open syllable, consonant-vowel structure.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Consonant Division
Syllables are generally divided after vowels.
Consonant Cluster Maintenance
Consonant clusters are typically maintained within a syllable.
Penultimate Stress
Words ending in vowels, 'n', or 's' are stressed on the penultimate syllable.
- Regional variation in the pronunciation of 'z' (/θ/ in Spain, /s/ in Latin America).
- The consonant clusters 'tr' and 'nz' are permissible within syllables.
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