transbordement
Syllables
trans-bor-de-ment
Pronunciation
/tʁɑ̃.bɔʁ.d(ə).mɑ̃/
Stress
0001
Morphemes
trans- + bord- + -ement
The word 'transbordement' is divided into four syllables: trans-bor-de-ment. It's a noun with final syllable stress, composed of the prefix 'trans-', root 'bord-', and suffix '-ement'. Syllabification follows rules maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
The act of transferring from one means of transport to another; overflow.
Transfer, overflow, transshipment
“Le transbordement des passagers a été rapide.”
“Un transbordement de marchandises est prévu.”
Stress pattern
The primary stress falls on the final syllable ('ment'). This is typical for French nouns.
Syllables
trans — Open syllable, nasal vowel.. bor — Closed syllable, with a consonant cluster.. de — Open syllable, potentially with a reduced schwa.. ment — Closed syllable, nasal vowel, stressed syllable.
Word Parts
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Maximizing Onsets
Syllables prefer to have consonants as onsets.
Avoiding Stranded Consonants
Consonants are generally not left at the end of a syllable unless part of a cluster.
Vowel-Centric Syllables
Each syllable typically contains a vowel sound.
Final Syllable Stress
In French nouns, stress usually falls on the final syllable.
- Pronunciation of nasal vowels can vary regionally.
- The schwa /ə/ in the final syllable is often reduced or elided in rapid speech.
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