tripatoujɛ̃t
The word 'tripataouillent' is divided into four syllables: tri-pa-tou-jɛ̃t. The stress falls on the penultimate syllable. It's a reflexive verb meaning 'to fiddle' and is formed from a prefix, root, and inflectional suffix. Syllabification follows the vowel nucleus and sonority principles, typical of French.
Definitions
- 1
To fiddle with, tamper with, or mess around with something in a clumsy or aimless way.
To fiddle, tinker, mess around.
“Il tripataouille avec l'ordinateur, mais il ne sait pas ce qu'il fait.”
“Les enfants tripataouillent avec leurs jouets.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('-tou-').
Syllables
tri — Open syllable, initial syllable.. pa — Open syllable, containing a simple vowel.. tou — Open syllable, containing a diphthong.. jɛ̃t — Closed syllable, final syllable with nasal vowel.
Word Parts
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Vowel Nucleus
Every syllable must contain a vowel nucleus.
Sonority Principle
Syllables are formed around peaks of sonority (vowels).
Open vs. Closed Syllables
French favors open syllables (ending in a vowel).
- The 'tr' cluster is a common initial consonant cluster.
- The nasal vowel 'ɛ̃' does not affect syllable division.
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