deepcontemplative
Syllables
deep-con-tem-pla-tive
Pronunciation
/ˌdiːp kənˈtɛmplətɪv/
Stress
0 0 1 0 0
Morphemes
deep + contempl + ative
The word 'deep-contemplative' is a compound adjective syllabified as deep-con-tem-pla-tive, with primary stress on 'pla'. It comprises the prefix 'deep', root 'contempl', and suffix 'ative', all with Latin or Old English origins. Syllabification follows standard English vowel nucleus and consonant cluster rules.
Definitions
- 1
Characterized by or showing deep thought.
“a deep-contemplative silence”
“He was a deep-contemplative scholar.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('pla').
Syllables
deep — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant blend.. con — Open syllable, vowel preceded by consonant.. tem — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant blend.. pla — Open syllable, vowel preceded by consonant cluster.. tive — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant blend.
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Vowel Nucleus Rule
Each syllable contains a vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are maintained within syllables unless separated by a vowel.
Onset-Rime Rule
Syllables are divided into onset and rime.
- The hyphenated nature of the compound adjective.
- Potential vowel reduction in 'deep' in rapid speech.
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