contrəpasəʁe
The word 'contre-passerais' is a conditional verb form divided into five syllables: con-trə-pa-sə-ʁe. Stress falls on the final syllable. It consists of the prefix 'contre-', the root 'pass-', and the conditional suffix '-erais'. Syllabification follows the vowel nucleus rule and maintains pronounceable consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
To counter-pass, to overrule, to go against a previous decision or action.
I would counter-pass, I would overrule.
“Si j'avais le pouvoir, je contre-passerais cette loi.”
Stress pattern
The primary stress falls on the last syllable '-rais', which is typical for French verbs.
Syllables
con — Open syllable, vowel sound followed by a consonant.. trə — Open syllable, vowel sound preceded by a consonant cluster.. pa — Open syllable, vowel sound preceded by a consonant.. sə — Open syllable, vowel sound preceded by a consonant.. ʁe — Open syllable, vowel sound preceded by a consonant.
Word Parts
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Vowel Nucleus Rule
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are maintained if pronounceable.
Final Syllable Rule
The final syllable often receives stress.
- The pronunciation of 'r' in 'contre' can be subtle.
- Potential for liaison, but not present in this specific form.
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