nonsympathetically
Syllables
non-sym-pa-the-tic-al-ly
Pronunciation
/ˌnɒnˌsɪm.pəˈθet.ɪ.kli/
Stress
0000100
Morphemes
non- + sympath + -etically
Nonsympathetically is a seven-syllable adverb with primary stress on the fifth syllable ('tic'). Syllabification follows standard English rules based on vowel nuclei and consonant clusters, with a complex morphemic structure.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner lacking sympathy or compassion.
“He reacted nonsympathetically to her misfortune.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('tic').
Syllables
non — Open syllable, no stress.. sym — Open syllable, no stress.. pa — Open syllable, no stress.. the — Closed syllable, no stress.. tic — Closed syllable, primary stress.. al — Open syllable, no stress.. ly — Closed syllable, no stress.
Word Parts
Vowel Nucleus Rule
Each syllable contains a vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters following a vowel typically remain within the same syllable.
- The length and complexity of the word require careful attention to vowel sounds and consonant clusters.
- Regional variations in pronunciation may lead to slight differences in syllable boundaries.
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