totalitaris
The word 'totalitarismes' is divided into five syllables: to-ta-li-ta-ris. The stress falls on the final syllable '-ris'. The word is composed of the prefix 'total-', the root 'itar-', and the suffix '-ismes'. Syllabification follows vowel-based division and avoids stranded consonants, with the 'r' forming a syllable with the preceding vowel.
Definitions
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Doctrines or systems characterized by absolute control by the state over all aspects of life.
Totalitarianisms
“Les totalitarismes du XXe siècle ont causé d'immenses souffrances.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the final syllable '-ris' (/ʁism/). There is a slight secondary stress on the penultimate syllable 'ta', but it is much weaker.
Syllables
to — Open syllable, initial syllable, vowel sound 'ɔ'. ta — Open syllable, vowel sound 'a'. li — Open syllable, vowel sound 'i'. ta — Open syllable, vowel sound 'a'. ris — Closed syllable, final syllable, stressed, rhotic consonant 'ʁ' followed by 'ism'
Word Parts
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Vowel-Based Division
Syllables are generally formed around vowel sounds.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not typically left at the end of a syllable unless they are part of a consonant cluster that can be pronounced as a unit.
Rhotic Syllabification
The 'r' sound often forms a syllable with the preceding vowel.
- The 'r' sound in French can be challenging for non-native speakers.
- Regional variations in pronunciation might slightly alter the stress pattern.
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