vaudevillistes
The word 'vaudevillistes' is a masculine plural noun meaning 'vaudeville performers'. It is divided into six syllables: va-u-de-vil-lis-tes, with stress on the penultimate syllable 'lis'. The word's structure reflects its Latin and French origins, with a prefix, root, and suffix contributing to its meaning.
Definitions
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Performers of vaudeville, a light and popular form of theatrical entertainment.
Vaudeville performers
“Les vaudevillistes étaient très populaires au début du XXe siècle.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('lis'). French stress is generally weak, but 'lis' receives a slight emphasis.
Syllables
va — Open syllable, initial syllable.. u — Open syllable, single vowel.. de — Open syllable.. vil — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. lis — Closed syllable, primary stressed syllable.. tes — Closed syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
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Vowel Rule
Each vowel sound generally forms a syllable.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are generally kept together within a syllable.
Penultimate Stress Rule
French generally stresses the penultimate syllable.
- The 'u' syllable can be elided in rapid speech, but is considered distinct in careful pronunciation.
- Uvular 'r' pronunciation is common in French.
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