nonsystematically
Syllables
non-sys-tem-a-ti-cal-ly
Pronunciation
/nɒnˌsɪs.təˈmæt.ɪ.kli/
Stress
0000100
Morphemes
non- + system + -atically
The word 'nonsystematically' is divided into seven syllables: non-sys-tem-a-ti-cal-ly. The primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('mat'). It's an adverb formed from the root 'system' with prefixes and suffixes, and its syllabification follows standard English rules prioritizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner that is not systematic; without a system or method.
“The books were arranged nonsystematically on the shelves.”
“He approached the problem nonsystematically, trying different solutions at random.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('mat'). Stress generally falls on the penultimate syllable in words ending in '-ally', unless the base word is stressed differently.
Syllables
non — Open syllable, initial syllable.. sys — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. tem — Closed syllable, vowel surrounded by consonants.. a — Open syllable, single vowel sound.. ti — Closed syllable, vowel surrounded by consonants.. cal — Closed syllable, vowel surrounded by consonants.. ly — Closed syllable, vowel surrounded by consonants.
Word Parts
Maximize Onsets
Prioritizing consonant clusters at the beginning of syllables.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Ensuring consonants are not left alone at the end of a syllable unless necessary.
Vowel Sound as Syllable Nucleus
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
- Vowel reduction in unstressed syllables is common.
- Potential slight vowel variation in 'non' (/nən/) depending on speaker.
- The 'sys' cluster is a common and accepted syllable division.
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