decentralization
Syllables
de-cen-tral-i-za-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌdiːˌsɛn.trə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/
Stress
010011
Morphemes
de- + central + -ization
The word 'decentralization' is divided into six syllables: de-cen-tral-i-za-tion. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable. The word is morphologically complex, consisting of a prefix, root, and suffix. Syllabification follows standard English rules based on vowel sounds and consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
The process of transferring control of power or functions away from a central authority.
“The government pursued a policy of decentralization to empower local communities.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress on the fourth syllable ('za'), secondary stress on the first syllable ('de').
Syllables
de — Open syllable, onset 'd', rime 'ee'. cen — Closed syllable, CVC structure. tral — Open syllable, consonant cluster onset. i — Open syllable, diphthong nucleus. za — Open syllable, diphthong nucleus. tion — Closed syllable, consonant cluster onset
Word Parts
Onset-Rime
Syllables are divided based on the onset (initial consonant sound(s)) and rime (vowel and any following consonants).
Vowel Division
Each vowel sound generally forms a syllable.
Consonant Clusters
Consonant clusters are often maintained within a syllable, particularly at the onset.
- The '-ization' suffix is consistently syllabified.
- The 'tral' consonant cluster is a common and regular feature of English phonology.
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