soutiensgorge
The word 'soutiens-gorge' is divided into three syllables: sou-tiens-gorge. The stress falls on the final syllable. It's a compound noun derived from Latin roots, meaning 'bra'. Syllabification follows the principles of maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
A supportive undergarment worn by women.
Bra
“Elle porte un nouveau soutien-gorge.”
“J'ai besoin d'acheter un soutien-gorge confortable.”
Stress pattern
The primary stress falls on the final syllable, 'gorge'.
Syllables
sou — Open syllable, initial syllable.. tiens — Closed syllable, contains a nasal vowel.. gorge — Closed syllable, contains a consonant cluster.
Word Parts
Similar Words
Maximize Onsets
Syllables prefer to begin with consonants whenever possible.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are generally not left at the end of a syllable unless necessary.
Vowel-Centric Syllables
Each syllable typically contains a vowel sound.
- The linking '-s' is not syllabified independently.
- French syllabification avoids stranded consonants, influencing compound word division.
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