synchronisation
Syllables
syn-chro-ni-sa-tion
Pronunciation
/sɛ̃.kʁɔ.ni.za.sjɔ̃/
Stress
00101
Morphemes
syn- + chron + -isation
The French noun 'synchronisation' is divided into five syllables: syn-chro-ni-sa-tion, with stress on 'ni'. Syllabification follows vowel-based rules, accommodating nasal vowels and consonant clusters common in French phonology.
Definitions
- 1
The act of causing events to happen at the same time; simultaneous occurrence.
Synchronization
“La synchronisation des horloges est essentielle.”
“Il y a une synchronisation parfaite entre les deux équipes.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('ni'). French stress is generally less prominent than in English.
Syllables
syn — Open syllable, nasal vowel.. chro — Closed syllable, consonant cluster onset.. ni — Open syllable.. sa — Open syllable.. tion — Closed syllable, nasal vowel.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Based Division
Syllables are primarily divided around vowel sounds.
Open Syllable Preference
French favors open syllables (ending in a vowel) whenever possible.
Consonant Cluster Handling
Consonant clusters are generally treated as part of the onset or coda of a syllable.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not left alone to begin a syllable unless absolutely necessary.
- The nasal vowels /ɛ̃/ and /ɔ̃/ require specific articulation.
- The 'chr' cluster is a common feature of French and is treated as a single onset.
- French stress is subtle and doesn't drastically alter syllable division.
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