reformationproof
Syllables
re-for-ma-tion-proof
Pronunciation
/ˌriːfɔːˈmeɪʃən pruːf/
Stress
00101
Morphemes
re- + form + -ation
The word 'reformation-proof' is divided into five syllables: re-for-ma-tion-proof. The primary stress falls on 'ma'. It's a compound adjective formed from a prefix, root, and two suffixes. Syllable division follows the vowel sound rule and avoids splitting consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
Not able to be changed or affected by reformation; resistant to reform.
“The system was designed to be reformation-proof.”
“Their beliefs were reformation-proof, deeply ingrained and unyielding.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('ma'). Secondary stress may be present on 'proof'.
Syllables
re — Open syllable, single vowel sound.. for — Open syllable, single vowel sound.. ma — Open syllable, single vowel sound, primary stress.. tion — Open syllable, single vowel sound.. proof — Open syllable, single vowel sound.
Word Parts
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Vowel Sound Rule
Each vowel sound generally forms a syllable.
Avoid Consonant Clusters
Syllable division avoids splitting consonant clusters where possible.
- The hyphenated nature of the word is considered, but phonological structure takes precedence in syllable division.
- Potential vowel reduction in 'for' by some speakers.
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