nontransferability
Syllables
non-trans-fer-a-bil-i-ty
Pronunciation
/ˌnɒnˌtrænsfəˈbɪlɪti/
Stress
0000100
Morphemes
non- + transfer + -ability
The word 'nontransferability' is divided into seven syllables: non-trans-fer-a-bil-i-ty, with primary stress on the fifth syllable ('bil'). It is morphologically complex, consisting of the prefix 'non-', the root 'transfer', and the suffix '-ability'. Syllabification follows standard English rules of onset maximization and vowel nucleus requirements.
Definitions
- 1
The quality or state of not being transferable.
“The nontransferability of the shares was a key condition of the agreement.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('bil'). Stress is typical for words ending in '-ity'.
Syllables
non — Closed syllable, unstressed.. trans — Closed syllable, unstressed.. fer — Open syllable, unstressed.. a — Open syllable, unstressed.. bil — Closed syllable, stressed.. i — Open syllable, unstressed.. ty — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are included in the onset of the syllable whenever possible (e.g., 'tr' in 'trans').
Avoidance of Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not left isolated at the end of a syllable without a vowel.
Vowel as Nucleus
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
- The length of the word and multiple suffixes contribute to its complexity.
- Vowel reduction to schwa in unstressed syllables is common.
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