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Words with Suffix “--esses” in French
Browse French words ending with the suffix “--esses”, complete with pronunciations, syllable breakdowns, and linguistic insights.
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--esses French suffix, feminine plural marker, derived from Latin '-essas'.
contremaîtresses
5 syllables16 letters
con·tre·maî·tres·ses
/kɔ̃.tʁə.mɛtʁɛs/
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The word 'contremaîtresses' is divided into five syllables: con-tre-maî-tres-ses. It is composed of the prefix 'contre-', the root 'maître-', and the suffix '-esses'. Stress falls on the final syllable. Syllabification follows standard French rules prioritizing vowel sounds and maintaining consonant clusters.