selfabominating
Syllables
self-a-bo-mi-na-ting
Pronunciation
/self æbɒmɪneɪtɪŋ/
Stress
0 0 1 0 0
Morphemes
self + abomin + ating
Self-abominating is a five-syllable adjective with primary stress on the third syllable. Syllabification follows standard English rules, and the word describes a strong feeling of self-dislike.
Definitions
- 1
Having or expressing a strong feeling of dislike or hatred for oneself.
“His self-abominating thoughts led to a deep depression.”
“She was consumed by self-abominating guilt.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('mi'). The first, second, fourth, and fifth syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
self — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. a-bo — Open syllable, weak syllable, often reduced.. mi — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. na — Open syllable, schwa sound in unstressed syllable.. ting — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant cluster.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Prioritizing consonant clusters at the beginning of syllables.
Vowel-Consonant Division
Dividing after a vowel when followed by a consonant.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Avoiding leaving single consonants at the end of a syllable unless necessary.
- Regional variations in pronunciation might slightly alter vowel sounds.
- Reduction of the 'self-' prefix is common.
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