resurgissaient
The word 'resurgissaient' is divided into four syllables: re-sur-gis-saient. It consists of the prefix 're-', the root 'surg-', and the suffix '-issaient'. The primary stress falls on the second syllable ('sur'). Syllabification follows vowel-based rules, keeping consonant clusters intact.
Definitions
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To rise again, to reappear, to re-emerge.
Were rising, were reappearing
“Les espoirs resurgissaient après chaque victoire.”
“Des souvenirs douloureux resurgissaient dans son esprit.”
Stress pattern
The primary stress falls on the second syllable ('sur'). French stress is generally less prominent than in English, but this syllable is slightly more emphasized.
Syllables
re — Open syllable, containing the prefix. The 'r' is a uvular fricative.. sur — Open syllable, containing the root. The 'r' is a uvular fricative.. gis — Closed syllable, containing part of the root. 'g' is pronounced as /ʒ/ before 'i'.. saient — Closed syllable, containing the suffix. Contains a nasal vowel /ɛ̃/.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Based Syllabification
Each vowel sound generally forms the nucleus of a syllable.
Consonant Cluster Handling
Consonant clusters are generally kept together unless they are complex.
Prefix Separation
Prefixes are typically separated into their own syllables.
Suffix Separation
Suffixes are typically separated into their own syllables.
- The pronunciation of the 'r' sound can vary regionally.
- The nasal vowel /ɛ̃/ requires specific articulation.
- The 'g' before 'i' is pronounced as /ʒ/.
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