obstructionniste
Syllables
ob-struc-tion-niste
Pronunciation
/ɔbstʁyk.sjɔ̃.nist/
Stress
0101
Morphemes
ob- + struc + -tionniste
The word 'obstructionniste' is divided into four syllables: ob-struc-tion-niste. It's composed of the Latin prefix 'ob-', the root 'struc', and the French suffix '-tionniste'. The primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows vowel-based rules, consonant cluster grouping, and final syllable conventions.
Definitions
- 1
A person who deliberately obstructs or hinders progress.
Obstructionist
“Un politicien obstructionniste.”
“Une tactique obstructionniste.”
- 1
Relating to or characteristic of obstructionism.
Obstructionist
“Une attitude obstructionniste.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('tion').
Syllables
ob — Open syllable, initial syllable.. struc — Closed syllable, contains consonant cluster /str/.. tion — Nasal syllable, closed syllable.. niste — Closed syllable.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Based Syllabification
Syllables are built around vowel sounds.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are kept together within a syllable.
Final Syllable Rule
Syllables often end with a consonant.
Nasal Vowel Rule
Nasal vowels are formed when a vowel is followed by a nasal consonant within the same syllable.
- The double 'n' in 'obstruction' is treated as part of the 'tion' syllable.
- Liaison is possible between 'niste' and a following vowel.
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