sousestimâtes
Syllables
sou-s-es-ti-mâ-tes
Pronunciation
/su.z‿e.sti.mate/
Stress
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Morphemes
sous- + estim- + -âtes
The word 'sous-estimâtes' is divided into six syllables: sou-s-es-ti-mâ-tes. It consists of the prefix 'sous-', the root 'estim-', and the suffix '-âtes'. Stress falls on the final syllable '-tes'. Syllabification follows standard French rules prioritizing vowel sounds and avoiding unnecessary consonant cluster breaks.
Definitions
- 1
You (plural) underestimate.
Vous sous-estimez.
“Vous sous-estimez l'importance de ce problème.”
“Ne sous-estimez pas ses capacités.”
ant:surestimez
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the final syllable '-tes'. The 'â' in 'mâ-' receives secondary stress due to the accent.
Syllables
sou — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. s — Single consonant, often involved in liaison.. es — Open syllable, vowel.. ti — Vowel followed by consonant.. mâ — Stressed open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. tes — Final syllable, receives primary stress.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Consonant Syllable
A vowel followed by a consonant typically forms a syllable.
Open Syllable
Syllables ending in a vowel are considered open syllables.
Avoid Breaking Consonant Clusters
Consonant clusters are generally not broken unless they are complex.
- Liaison between 'sous' and 'estimâtes' is a common feature of French phonology.
- The final 's' is pronounced due to the plural form.
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