nonformidability
Syllables
non-for-mid-a-bil-i-ty
Pronunciation
/ˌnɒn.fɔː.mɪ.dəˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/
Stress
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Morphemes
non- + formid- + -ability
The word 'nonformidability' is divided into seven syllables: non-for-mid-a-bil-i-ty. It's a noun formed from the prefix 'non-', the root 'formid-', and the suffix '-ability'. Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('bil'). Syllabification follows standard English rules based on vowel sounds and consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
The quality or state of not being frightening or intimidating.
“His nonformidability put others at ease.”
“The politician's nonformidability was a key to his success.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('bil'). The stress pattern is relatively even, with a slight emphasis on the fourth syllable.
Syllables
non — Open syllable, single vowel sound.. for — Open syllable, single vowel sound.. mid — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. a — Open syllable, schwa vowel.. bil — Closed syllable, primary stress.. i — Open syllable, single vowel sound.. ty — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant.
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Vowel Sound Rule
Each vowel sound generally forms a syllable.
Closed Syllable Rule
A syllable ends with a consonant sound when a vowel is followed by a consonant.
- Schwa reduction in the 'a' syllable is common but doesn't alter syllabification.
- The stress placement on 'bil' is crucial for correct pronunciation.
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