nonrectangularly
Syllables
non-rec-tan-gu-lar-ly
Pronunciation
/ˌnɒnˌrekˈtæŋɡjʊləri/
Stress
001000
Morphemes
non- + rectangular + -ly
The word 'nonrectangularly' is divided into six syllables: non-rec-tan-gu-lar-ly. It consists of the prefix 'non-', the root 'rectangular', and the suffix '-ly'. The primary stress falls on the third syllable ('tan'). Syllabification follows vowel nucleus and consonant cluster rules, with considerations for British English pronunciation and common exceptions.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner that is not rectangular; not in a rectangular shape or form.
“The tiles were laid nonrectangularly, creating a mosaic effect.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('tan'). Stress is influenced by the -ly suffix and the weight of preceding syllables.
Syllables
non — Open syllable, initial syllable.. rec — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. tan — Closed syllable, stressed syllable.. gu — Closed syllable, palatalized consonant.. lar — Open syllable.. ly — Open syllable, adverbial suffix.
Word Parts
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Vowel Nucleus Rule
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound, which serves as the nucleus.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are split based on sonority, with less sonorous consonants joining the following syllable.
Stress Placement Rule
Stress tends to fall on the penultimate syllable in words ending in -ly, unless overridden by syllable weight.
- The 'rect' cluster is treated as a single unit for pronunciation and stress purposes.
- The /ɡj/ sequence represents a palatalization common in British English pronunciation.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may occur but do not alter the core syllabification.
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