superpuissance
The word 'superpuissance' is divided into four syllables: su-per-puis-sance. It consists of a Latin-derived prefix 'super-', a root 'puis-', and a suffix '-ance'. Stress falls on the final syllable. Syllable division follows the principles of onset maximization and avoiding stranded consonants, typical of French phonology.
Definitions
- 1
Extreme power; superpower.
Superpower
“La superpuissance américaine influence la politique mondiale.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the final syllable /sɑ̃s/. French generally stresses the last syllable.
Syllables
su — Open syllable, onset maximization.. per — Closed syllable, consonant cluster in onset.. puis — Open syllable, onset maximization.. sance — Closed syllable, final syllable, stressed, nasal vowel.
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Onset Maximization
Maximize the number of consonants in the onset of each syllable.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Avoid leaving single consonants at the end of a syllable unless necessary.
- The 'r' sound can sometimes create syllabic boundaries, but it's integrated into the onset here.
- Liaison doesn't affect the syllabification itself.
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