The word "querulousnesses" (KWER-yuh-luhs-nuhs-uh-zuhz) is a difficult word to spell due to the number of syllables and the multiple consonant blends. It means the state or quality of being complaining or whining. The IPA phonetic transcription breaks down the pronunciation, starting with the stress on the first syllable. The "qu" is pronounced as a "kw" sound, followed by two syllables with the "u" pronouncing the "oo" sound. The end of the word has two "s" sounds and a "z" sound.
The word "querulousnesses" is derived from the base word "querulous" combined with the suffix "-ness" to indicate a state or quality of being querulous.
The term "querulous" originates from the Latin word "querulus", meaning "full of complaints" or "complaining". It is derived from the verb "queri", which means "to complain" or "to lament".
The "-ness" suffix is added to form a noun, denoting the quality or state associated with the adjective. Therefore, "querulousness" refers to the state or quality of being querulous, which means inclined to complain, grumble, or be easily irritated. By adding the plural "-es" suffix to "querulousness", we get "querulousnesses", which refers to multiple instances or manifestations of the state of querulousness.