predisappointment
Syllables
pre-dis-ap-point-ment
Pronunciation
/ˌpriːdɪsəˈpɔɪntmənt/
Stress
00010
Morphemes
pre- + dis-point + -ment
The word 'predisappointment' is divided into five syllables: pre-dis-ap-point-ment. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable. It's a noun formed from the prefix 'pre-', the root 'dis-point', and the suffix '-ment'. Syllable division follows rules maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
The feeling of sadness or disappointment experienced when something bad is expected to happen.
“She felt a sense of predisappointment about the upcoming exam.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('point'), following the general rule for words ending in '-ment'.
Syllables
pre — Open syllable, long vowel sound.. dis — Closed syllable, ending in a consonant.. ap — Open syllable, schwa vowel.. point — Closed syllable, ending in a consonant.. ment — Closed syllable, ending in a consonant.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Attempt to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of each syllable.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Avoid leaving single consonants between syllables.
Vowel-Consonant Division
Syllables are generally divided after vowels.
- The /dɪsə/ sequence can sometimes be reduced to /də/ in rapid speech.
- Stress placement is influenced by the '-ment' suffix.
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