nonarbitrariness
Syllables
non-ar-bi-trar-i-ness
Pronunciation
/ˌnɒnˌɑːrˈbɪtrərɪnəs/
Stress
001101
Morphemes
non- + arbitrary + -ness
The word 'nonarbitrariness' is divided into six syllables: non-ar-bi-trar-i-ness. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable. It's a noun formed from the prefix 'non-', the root 'arbitrary', and the suffix '-ness'. Syllable division follows rules maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
The quality of not being arbitrary; the state of being governed by rules or principles rather than chance.
“The nonarbitrariness of linguistic rules allows for effective communication.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('i') due to the penultimate stress rule for -ness endings, modified by the prominence of the 'trar' syllable.
Syllables
non — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster.. ar — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. bi — Closed syllable, vowel between consonants.. trar — Closed syllable, consonant cluster followed by vowel and consonant.. i — Open syllable, single vowel.. ness — Closed syllable, consonant-vowel-consonant.
Word Parts
Maximize Onsets
Prioritizing consonant clusters at the beginning of syllables.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Preventing single consonants from being left at the end of a syllable without a vowel.
Vowel-Consonant Division
Dividing after a vowel when followed by a consonant.
- The 'trar' sequence is unusual but permissible.
- Potential vowel reduction in 'non' by some speakers.
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