nonpatriotically
Syllables
non-pa-tri-o-tic-al-ly
Pronunciation
/ˌnɒnˌpætrɪˈɒtɪkli/
Stress
0001001
Morphemes
non- + patr- + -ioti-cally
The word 'nonpatriotically' is divided into seven syllables: non-pa-tri-o-tic-al-ly. The primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('o'). It's morphologically complex, consisting of the prefix 'non-', the root 'patr-', and the suffix '-ioti-cally'. It functions as an adverb, meaning 'in a manner that is not patriotic'.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner that is not patriotic; without love or loyalty to one's country.
“He acted nonpatriotically by criticizing the national anthem.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('o'), following the pattern of stress on the penultimate syllable in words ending in '-ically'.
Syllables
non — Open syllable, initial syllable.. pa — Open syllable, vowel preceded by consonant.. tri — Closed syllable, vowel surrounded by consonants.. o — Open syllable, primary stress.. tic — Closed syllable, vowel surrounded by consonants.. al — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. ly — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.
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Vowel Maximization
Syllables are formed around vowel sounds, breaking consonant clusters when necessary.
Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are preferred in the onset of a syllable.
Penultimate Stress
Stress typically falls on the penultimate syllable in words ending in '-ically'.
- Non-rhoticity of RP English (the 'r' is not pronounced unless followed by a vowel).
- Potential regional variations in pronunciation, particularly regarding the 'r' sound.
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