conscienceproof
The word 'conscience-proof' is syllabified as con-science-proof, with primary stress on the second syllable of 'science' and the first syllable of 'proof'. It's a compound adjective formed from a Latin prefix, root, and English suffix. Syllabification follows standard English onset-rhyme structure and vowel sound principles.
Definitions
- 1
Not susceptible to feelings of guilt or moral scruples; unconcerned with principles.
“He was a conscience-proof businessman, willing to do anything for a profit.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable of 'science' and the first syllable of 'proof'. The first syllable of the word is secondary stressed.
Syllables
con — Open syllable, onset-rhyme structure.. science — Open syllable, onset-rhyme structure, 'sci' digraph.. proof — Open syllable, onset-rhyme structure.
Word Parts
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Onset-Rhyme Structure
Syllables are divided based on the onset (initial consonant sound(s)) and rhyme (vowel and any following consonants).
Vowel Sound Principle
Each syllable generally contains one vowel sound.
- The hyphenated nature of the word does not alter the application of standard syllabification rules.
- Potential slight vowel reduction in the first syllable (/kən/) in some dialects.
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