trangresserai
The word 'transgresserai' is divided into four syllables: tran-gres-se-rai. It's a future tense verb derived from Latin roots, with stress on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows French rules of maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
To transgress; to violate a law, command, or moral code.
I will transgress.
“Je transgresserai les règles si nécessaire.”
“Il a promis qu'il ne transgresserai jamais ses principes.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('gres'). French stress is generally less prominent than in English.
Syllables
tran — Open syllable, onset with consonant cluster 'tr'. gres — Closed syllable, coda 's'. se — Open syllable. rai — Open syllable
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
French prefers to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of a syllable.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are generally not left alone to form a syllable.
Vowel as Nucleus
Each syllable must contain a vowel nucleus.
- The nasal vowel /ɑ̃/ influences syllable structure.
- The uvular 'r' sound is typical of standard French pronunciation.
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