nondiscrimination
Syllables
non-dis-cri-mi-na-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌnɒn dɪsˌkrɪmɪˈneɪʃən/
Stress
0 1 0 0 1 0
Morphemes
non- + disc- + -crimina-tion
The word 'nondiscrimination' is divided into six syllables: non-dis-cri-mi-na-tion. It features a Latin-derived prefix 'non-' and a complex root and suffix structure. Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows standard English vowel and consonant cluster rules.
Definitions
- 1
The practice of treating people equally without regard to race, sex, religion, or other characteristics.
“The company has a strong policy of nondiscrimination.”
“Nondiscrimination laws protect employees from unfair treatment.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('na'), and secondary stress on the first syllable ('non').
Syllables
non — Open syllable, stressed. dis — Open syllable, unstressed. cri — Closed syllable, unstressed. mi — Closed syllable, unstressed. na — Open syllable, stressed. tion — Closed syllable, unstressed
Word Parts
Vowel Rule
Every syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Onset-Rime Rule
Syllables are divided into an onset (initial consonant(s)) and a rime (vowel and any following consonants).
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are generally kept together within a syllable unless they are easily separable.
Stress Rule
Stress influences syllable prominence and can affect vowel reduction.
- The prefix 'non-' is often treated as a separate syllable.
- The complex suffix structure requires careful consideration of morphemic boundaries.
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