noninterference
Syllables
non-in-ter-fe-rence
Pronunciation
/ˌnɒnɪnfərˈɪərəns/
Stress
00101
Morphemes
non- + interfere + -ence
The word 'non-interference' is a five-syllable noun with primary stress on the third syllable. It's formed from the prefix 'non-', the root 'interfere', and the suffix '-ence'. Syllable division follows vowel sound and consonant cluster rules, with potential regional variations in 'r' pronunciation.
Definitions
- 1
The action or principle of avoiding intervention, especially in the affairs of others.
“A policy of non-interference in foreign affairs.”
“The doctor advocated a period of non-interference to allow the body to heal naturally.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('fe'). The first and fourth syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
non — Open syllable, vowel sound followed by consonant.. in — Closed syllable, vowel sound followed by consonant.. ter — Open syllable, schwa sound.. fe — Open syllable, schwa sound.. rence — Closed syllable, consonant cluster following a vowel.
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Vowel Sound Rule
Every vowel sound generally constitutes a syllable.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters following a vowel sound form a syllable.
- The 'r' sound in 'interference' may be pronounced in rhotic accents.
- Schwa sounds are common in unstressed syllables.
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