rabbracciassimo
Syllables
rab-brac-ci-as-si-mo
Pronunciation
/rab.brat.tʃas.si.mo/
Stress
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Morphemes
rab- + bracc- + -i-ass-imo
The word 'rabbracciassimo' is a superlative adjective meaning 'most embracing'. It is divided into six syllables: rab-brac-ci-as-si-mo, with stress on the fourth syllable ('as'). The morphemic structure includes an intensifying prefix 'rab-', a root 'bracc-', and a superlative suffix '-iassimo'. Syllabification follows standard Italian rules, maintaining consonant clusters and geminate consonants within syllables.
Definitions
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Extremely embracing, most affectionate, very warm.
Most embracing, extremely affectionate.
“Un nonno rabbracciassimo.”
“Un saluto rabbracciassimo.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('as'), following the penultimate stress rule for Italian words ending in a vowel.
Syllables
rab — Open syllable, initial syllable.. brac — Closed syllable, contains a geminate consonant.. ci — Closed syllable, palatal consonant.. as — Open syllable, stressed syllable.. si — Open syllable.. mo — Closed syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
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Consonant Clusters
Italian avoids breaking up consonant clusters like 'br'.
Vowel-Consonant-Vowel
Syllables are often formed around a vowel.
Geminate Consonants
Geminates are generally kept within the same syllable.
Penultimate Stress
Words ending in a vowel, 'n', or 's' are typically stressed on the penultimate syllable.
- The prefix 'rab-' is somewhat archaic.
- The combination of multiple intensifying elements creates a strong superlative effect.
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