nonintermittence
Syllables
non-in-ter-mit-tence
Pronunciation
/ˌnɒnɪntərˈmɪtəns/
Stress
0 1 0 1 0
Morphemes
non- + intermitt- + -ence
The word 'nonintermittence' is divided into five syllables: non-in-ter-mit-tence. It comprises the prefix 'non-', the root 'intermitt-', and the suffix '-ence'. Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('mit'). Syllabification follows standard English rules, prioritizing vowel sounds and avoiding unnecessary consonant splits.
Definitions
- 1
The state or quality of not being intermittent; continuous action or existence.
“The nonintermittence of the rain was depressing.”
“The machine's nonintermittence ensured a steady output.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('mit'). Secondary stress on the first syllable ('non').
Syllables
non — Open syllable, initial syllable.. in — Open syllable, following the prefix.. ter — Open syllable, part of the root.. mit — Closed syllable, stressed syllable.. tence — Closed syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
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Vowel Sound Syllable Rule
Each vowel sound generally forms a separate syllable.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters following a vowel are typically kept within the same syllable.
- Alternative division of 'intermittence' as 'in-ter-mit-tence' is possible but less common.
- Regional variations in vowel quality may exist, but syllable division remains consistent.
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