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The word 'gueules-de-loup' is a compound noun divided into four syllables: gueu-les-de-loup. The stress falls on the final syllable 'loup'. It's derived from Latin roots and follows standard French syllabification rules, with a special consideration for the initial 'gueu-' cluster.
Definitions
- 1
A type of orchid (Dactylorhiza romana) with spotted leaves resembling a wolf's muzzle.
Wolf's mouth (orchid)
“La gueule-de-loup est une orchidée rare.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the final syllable 'loup' (/lu/).
Syllables
gueu — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster.. les — Open syllable, plural marker.. de — Open syllable, preposition.. loup — Open syllable, stressed syllable.
Word Parts
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Vowel Centering
Syllables are formed around a vowel sound.
Compound Word Division
Hyphens indicate syllable breaks in compound words.
Consonant Release
Consonants are generally released before a vowel.
- The 'gueu-' cluster is a historical phonetic development and doesn't strictly adhere to modern syllable division rules but is accepted.
- Liaison between 'de' and 'loup' can occur but doesn't affect syllabification.
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