pressappochista
Syllables
pre-ssa-ppo-chi-sta
Pronunciation
/pres.sap.po.ˈkista/
Stress
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Morphemes
pre- + sappo- + -ista
The word 'pressappochista' is divided into five syllables: pre-ssa-ppo-chi-sta. It's a noun derived from the verb 'pressapporre' with the suffix '-ista', denoting an attention-seeking person. Stress falls on the final syllable. Syllable division follows standard Italian rules of vowel separation, consonant cluster handling, and geminate consonant preservation.
Definitions
- 1
A person who is excessively eager to attach themselves to something or someone, often in a showy or obsequious manner.
Attention-seeker, sycophant, show-off.
“Non essere un pressappochista, lascia che gli altri parlino.”
“Era un pressappochista che cercava sempre l'approvazione del capo.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the final syllable ('sta').
Syllables
pre — Open syllable, unstressed.. ssa — Open syllable, unstressed.. ppo — Closed syllable, unstressed, contains geminate consonant.. chi — Open syllable, unstressed.. sta — Closed syllable, stressed.
Word Parts
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Vowel-to-Vowel Separation
Syllables are divided between vowels (e.g., pre-ssa).
Consonant Cluster Handling
Consonant clusters are generally kept together (e.g., sapp-o).
Geminate Consonants
Geminate consonants remain within the same syllable (e.g., sap-po).
Stress Placement
Stress typically falls on the penultimate syllable.
- The geminate consonant 'pp' must be maintained within the same syllable.
- Regional variations in pronunciation may exist, but do not significantly alter the syllabification.
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