nonindustrialized
Syllables
non-in-dus-tri-al-ized
Pronunciation
/nɒnɪnˈdʌstrɪəlaɪzd/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
non- + industrial + -ized
The word 'nonindustrialized' is divided into six syllables: non-in-dus-tri-al-ized. Stress falls on the fourth syllable ('al'). The word is morphologically complex, consisting of the prefix 'non-', the root 'industrial', and the suffix '-ized'. Syllable division follows standard English rules prioritizing vowel sounds and maximizing onsets.
Definitions
- 1
Not relating to or involved in industry; not having a large amount of manufacturing activity.
“The nonindustrialized regions of the country relied heavily on agriculture.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('al').
Syllables
non — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster.. in — Closed syllable, simple onset.. dus — Closed syllable, consonant onset.. tri — Closed syllable, consonant blend onset.. al — Open syllable, schwa vowel.. ized — Closed syllable, diphthong onset.
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Vowel Maximization
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are assigned to the onset of the syllable whenever possible.
Vowel Sound Boundary
Syllable boundaries typically occur after a vowel sound.
- Regional variation in pronunciation of '-ized' vs. '-ised'.
- Acceptance of 'str' consonant cluster as a valid onset.
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