sousgouverneur
The word 'sous-gouverneur' is divided into three syllables: sous-gouver-neur. It consists of the prefix 'sous-', the root 'gouverneur', and no suffix. Stress falls on the final syllable. Syllabification follows rules maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
A deputy governor, vice-governor, or under-governor.
Deputy Governor
“Le sous-gouverneur a pris la parole.”
Stress pattern
Stress falls on the last syllable '-neur' in standard French.
Syllables
sou — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. s-gouver — Closed syllable, consonant cluster followed by vowel.. neur — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant cluster.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Attempt to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of a syllable.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Avoid leaving consonants without a following vowel.
Vowel-Consonant Division
Syllables are often divided after vowels.
- Liaison between 'sous' and 'gouverneur' in connected speech does not affect syllabification.
- The /ɡʁ/ consonant cluster is common and accepted in French.
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