intratтенnitrice
Syllables
in-tra-tтен-ni-tri-ce
Pronunciation
/ˌintraːttenˈnit͡ʃe/
Stress
001001
Morphemes
intra- + ten- + -trice
The word 'intrattenitrice' is divided into six syllables: in-tra-tтен-ni-tri-ce. It's a feminine noun derived from Latin roots, with stress on the penultimate syllable. Geminate consonants are crucial for pronunciation and are incorporated into the following syllable.
Definitions
- 1
A female entertainer, actress, or someone who provides amusement.
Female entertainer, actress
“La famosa intrattenitrice ha incantato il pubblico.”
Stress pattern
The primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('tri').
Syllables
in — Open syllable, initial syllable.. tra — Open syllable.. tтен — Closed syllable, geminate consonant.. ni — Open syllable.. tri — Open syllable.. ce — Open syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Initial Syllable Rule
Any syllable starting with a vowel is a separate syllable.
Geminate Consonant Rule
Geminate consonants (double consonants) are considered part of the following syllable.
Final Vowel Rule
A final vowel creates an open syllable.
- The geminate 'tt' requires careful consideration, as it affects the pronunciation and syllable weight.
- The 'tr' cluster is a common initial consonant cluster in Italian and doesn't pose a syllabification challenge.
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