analphabétismes
Syllables
a-na-lpha-bé-tis-mes
Pronunciation
/a.nal.fa.be.tism/
Stress
000010
Morphemes
a- + alphabète + -ismes
The word 'analphabétismes' is divided into six syllables: a-na-lpha-bé-tis-mes. It's a noun formed from a negative prefix, a Greek-derived root meaning 'alphabet', and a French suffix denoting a state or condition. The primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable 'tis'. The 'lph' consonant cluster is a minor exception to typical French syllable structure.
Definitions
- 1
A collection of illiteracies; a state of widespread illiteracy.
Illiteracies
“La lutte contre les analphabétismes est une priorité.”
“Les analphabétismes persistent dans certaines régions.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable 'tis'.
Syllables
a — Open syllable, single vowel.. na — Open syllable, consonant-vowel combination.. lpha — Closed syllable, consonant cluster followed by vowel.. bé — Open syllable, consonant-vowel combination.. tis — Closed syllable, consonant cluster, primary stress.. mes — Closed syllable, consonant-vowel combination.
Word Parts
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Vowel Rule
Every vowel constitutes a syllable.
Consonant-Vowel Rule
A consonant followed by a vowel typically forms a new syllable.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters can be part of a syllable, especially when followed by a vowel.
- The 'lph' cluster is a relatively uncommon initial consonant cluster in French syllables, but it is accepted.
- The stress pattern, while generally on the penultimate syllable, can be subtle and influenced by the surrounding context.
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