noninclusiveness
Syllables
non-in-clu-sive-ness
Pronunciation
/ˌnɒnɪnkluːsɪv.nəs/
Stress
00010
Morphemes
non + include + ive/ness
The word 'noninclusiveness' is divided into five syllables: non-in-clu-sive-ness. It consists of the prefix 'non-', the root 'include', and the suffixes '-ive' and '-ness'. Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('sive'). Syllable division follows rules maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
The state or quality of not being inclusive; the exclusion of certain people or groups.
“The company's lack of diversity highlighted its noninclusiveness.”
“Addressing the noninclusiveness of the policy is crucial.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('sive'). Stress recedes from the end due to multiple suffixes.
Syllables
non — Open syllable, CVC structure.. in — Closed syllable, consonant-vowel structure.. clu — Open syllable, consonant cluster followed by a long vowel.. sive — Closed syllable, stressed syllable.. ness — Closed syllable, CVC structure.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Prioritizing consonant clusters at the beginning of syllables.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Ensuring consonants are not left alone at the end of a syllable unless necessary.
Vowel Length
Long vowels often necessitate syllable breaks.
- Potential alternative analysis of 'cl' cluster, but vowel length supports current division.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may exist but do not alter syllabification.
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