sciencefiction
The word 'science-fiction' is divided into four syllables: sci-ence-fic-tion. Stress falls on the final syllable 'tion'. It's a noun of Latin origin, composed of the prefix 'science-', root 'fic-', and suffix '-tion'. Syllabification follows standard French rules of vowel peaks, consonant clusters, and final consonant closure.
Definitions
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the final syllable 'tion'. French stress is generally on the last syllable.
Syllables
sci — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster.. ence — Open syllable, common French suffix.. fic — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. tion — Closed syllable, common French nominal suffix, stressed syllable.
Word Parts
Vowel Peak
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Consonant Clusters
Consonant clusters are maintained within a syllable unless unpronounceable.
Final Consonant Rule
A final consonant typically closes the syllable.
- Nasal vowels /ɑ̃/ and /ɔ̃/ influence syllable weight.
- Liaison possibilities between 'science' and 'fiction' in fluent speech.
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