nonsympathizingly
Syllables
non-sym-pa-thiz-ing-ly
Pronunciation
/ˌnɒn.sɪm.pəˈθaɪ.zɪŋ.li/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
non- + sympath + -izingly
The word 'nonsympathizingly' is divided into six syllables: non-sym-pa-thiz-ing-ly. Stress falls on the fourth syllable ('thiz'). The word is morphologically complex, consisting of a prefix, root, and multiple suffixes. Syllable division follows standard English rules, maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner lacking sympathy or compassion; without feeling or showing sympathy.
“She responded nonsympathizingly to his plea for help.”
“He regarded her misfortune nonsympathizingly.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('thiz'). The first, second, third, fifth and sixth syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
non — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. sym — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. pa — Open syllable, vowel preceded by consonant.. thiz — Closed syllable, diphthong followed by consonant.. ing — Closed syllable, vowel followed by nasal consonant.. ly — Open syllable, vowel preceded by consonant.
Word Parts
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Avoid Stranded Consonants
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Vowel Nucleus
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound (nucleus).
- The '-izing' vs. '-ising' variation in British English does not affect syllable division.
- Potential vowel reduction in 'sym-' to a schwa /səm/ in some accents.
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