nondiscriminatingly
Syllables
non-dis-crim-in-a-ting-ly
Pronunciation
/ˌnɒn.dɪsˈkrɪm.ɪ.neɪ.tɪŋ.li/
Stress
0001001
Morphemes
non- + discriminate + ing-ly
The word 'nondiscriminatingly' is divided into seven syllables: non-dis-crim-in-a-ting-ly. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('crim'). It's formed from the prefix 'non-', the root 'discriminate', and the suffixes '-ing' and '-ly'. Syllabification follows vowel-based rules and consonant cluster principles, typical of English.
Definitions
- 1
In a way that shows no ability to distinguish between things; impartially.
“The judge listened to both sides nondiscriminatingly.”
“The charity provides aid nondiscriminatingly to all those in need.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('crim'). The stress pattern is typical for words with multiple suffixes and a Latinate root.
Syllables
non — Open syllable, containing a single vowel sound.. dis — Open syllable, containing a single vowel sound.. crim — Closed syllable, ending in a consonant cluster.. in — Open syllable, containing a single vowel sound.. a — Open syllable, containing a diphthong.. ting — Closed syllable, ending in a nasal consonant cluster.. ly — Open syllable, containing a single vowel sound.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Based Syllabification
Each vowel sound generally forms a syllable.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters following a vowel sound often mark syllable boundaries.
Stress-Timing
English is a stress-timed language, influencing syllable duration and prominence.
- The length and complexity of the word require careful consideration of vowel sounds and consonant clusters.
- Regional variations in pronunciation (e.g., rhotic vs. non-rhotic accents) could slightly alter the phonetic transcription.
- The 'ing' suffix could potentially be considered part of the preceding syllable in rapid speech, but maintaining a separate syllable is more phonologically accurate.
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