contreataques
The word 'contre-attaques' is divided into five syllables: con-tre-a-ta-ques. It consists of the prefix 'contre-', the root 'attaque', and the plural suffix '-s'. Stress falls on the final syllable. Syllabification follows vowel-based rules, considering liaison and avoiding complex onsets.
Definitions
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Counterattacks; retaliatory attacks.
Counterattacks
“Les contre-attaques ont été efficaces.”
“L'équipe a lancé plusieurs contre-attaques.”
Stress pattern
Stress falls on the last syllable, '-ques'.
Syllables
con — Open syllable, nasal vowel.. tre — Open syllable, liaison possible.. a — Open syllable, single vowel.. ta — Open syllable, vowel-consonant.. ques — Open syllable, vowel-consonant, stressed.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Based Syllabification
French syllables are primarily defined by vowel sounds.
Avoidance of Complex Onsets
Consonant clusters are generally not broken unless easily pronounceable.
Liaison Consideration
Liaison influences pronunciation and perceived syllable boundaries.
- The liaison between 'contre' and 'attaques' is crucial.
- The nasal vowel /ɔ̃/ is a characteristic feature of French phonology.
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