nonatheistically
Syllables
non-a-the-is-tic-ally
Pronunciation
/ˌnɒnˌæθɪˈɪstɪkli/
Stress
000010
Morphemes
non- + athe- + -istically
The word 'nonatheistically' is divided into six syllables: non-a-the-is-tic-ally. It's an adverb formed from the prefix 'non-', the root 'athe-', and the suffix '-istically'. Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('tic'). Syllable division follows rules of onset maximization and vowel-centricity.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner that is not theistic; without belief in God or gods.
“He behaved nonatheistically, showing respect for all faiths.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable, 'tic'. The stress pattern is typical for adverbs formed with the '-istically' suffix.
Syllables
non — Open syllable, unstressed.. a — Open syllable, unstressed, schwa sound.. the — Open syllable, unstressed, schwa sound.. is — Closed syllable, unstressed.. tic — Closed syllable, primary stress.. ally — Open syllable, unstressed, schwa sound.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters (e.g., 'th') are kept together at the beginning of a syllable.
Vowel-Centric Syllables
Each syllable contains a vowel sound.
Avoidance of Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not left at the end of a syllable without a vowel sound.
- Regional variations in the pronunciation of 'non-' (/nɒn/ vs. /nɔn/).
- Potential reduction of /θɪ/ to /θ/ in rapid speech.
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