spiritualizzare
Syllables
spi-ri-tu-a-liz-za-re
Pronunciation
/spiri.twa.lit.tsaˈre/
Stress
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Morphemes
spi- + ritual- + -izzare
“Spiritualizzare” is a verb meaning 'to spiritualize,' divided into seven syllables (spi-ri-tu-a-liz-za-re) with stress on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows standard Italian vowel and consonant cluster rules, similar to other verbs ending in '-izzare'.
Definitions
- 1
To spiritualize; to imbue with spiritual qualities; to make spiritual.
To spiritualize
“L'arte può spiritualizzare la vita.”
“Cercava di spiritualizzare la sua esistenza.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable 're'.
Syllables
spi — Open syllable, consonant cluster at the beginning.. ri — Open syllable.. tu — Open syllable.. a — Open syllable.. liz — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. za — Closed syllable.. re — Open syllable, stressed.
Word Parts
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Vowel Rule
Each vowel generally forms a syllable.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are maintained within syllables, especially at the beginning or end of words.
Penultimate Stress Rule
In Italian, words ending in a vowel are generally stressed on the penultimate syllable.
- The 'spir-' cluster is a common initial consonant cluster in Italian.
- The 'liz-' cluster is also acceptable within a syllable.
- The word follows standard Italian syllabification rules without significant anomalies.
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