internationalminded
Syllables
in-ter-na-tion-al-mind-ed
Pronunciation
/ˌɪntəˈnæʃənəl ˈmaɪndɪd/
Stress
0010010
Morphemes
inter- + nation + -al
The word 'international-minded' is divided into seven syllables: in-ter-na-tion-al-mind-ed. Primary stress falls on 'na-', and secondary stress on 'mind-'. The syllabification follows vowel break and onset maximization rules, considering its morphemic structure and compound nature.
Definitions
- 1
Having or showing a broad and tolerant outlook, especially concerning different cultures.
“She is a truly international-minded person.”
“The school aims to foster international-minded students.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('na-'). Secondary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('mind-').
Syllables
in — Open syllable, onset consonant cluster.. ter — Open syllable, vowel following consonant.. na — Open syllable, primary stress.. tion — Open syllable, vowel following consonant.. al — Open syllable, vowel following consonant.. mind — Closed syllable, diphthong, secondary stress.. ed — Open syllable, vowel following consonant.
Word Parts
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Vowel Break
Each vowel sound generally forms the nucleus of a separate syllable.
Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are included in the onset of the syllable whenever possible.
- The hyphenated structure influences perception but doesn't alter the phonological syllable division.
- Regional variations in vowel reduction may affect syllable boundary clarity but not the core division.
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