nonextermination
Syllables
non-ex-ter-mi-na-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌnɒnˌɛksˌtɜːmɪˈneɪʃən/
Stress
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Morphemes
non- + extermin- + -ation
The word 'nonextermination' is divided into six syllables: non-ex-ter-mi-na-tion. Stress falls on the fourth syllable ('ter'). It's a noun formed from the prefix 'non-', the root 'extermin-', and the suffix '-ation'. Syllable division follows standard English rules prioritizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
The act or process of not exterminating; the avoidance of complete destruction.
“The policy focused on nonextermination of endangered species.”
“The organization advocated for nonextermination as a core principle.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('ter'), typical for words ending in '-ation'.
Syllables
non — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster.. ex — Closed syllable, consonant cluster coda.. ter — Closed syllable, single consonant coda.. mi — Closed syllable, single consonant coda.. na — Open syllable, single consonant coda.. tion — Closed syllable, consonant cluster coda.
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Vowel-Consonant Division
Divide between vowel and consonant sounds.
- The pronunciation of 'x' as /ks/ dictates the syllable division 'ex-ter'.
- Regional variations in vowel quality may exist but do not affect syllable division.
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