selfcontainedness
Syllables
self-con-tained-ness
Pronunciation
/ˌself kənˈteɪnd nəs/
Stress
0 1 1 0
Morphemes
self + contain + -ed
The word 'self-containedness' is divided into four syllables: self-con-tained-ness. It comprises the prefix 'self', the root 'contain', and the suffixes '-ed' and '-ness'. Primary stress falls on 'tained', with secondary stress on 'self'. Syllabification follows standard GB English rules, considering open and closed syllables, and the presence of a syllabic 'l'.
Definitions
- 1
The state of being independent and complete in itself; not requiring external help or influence.
“Her self-containedness allowed her to navigate difficult situations with grace.”
“The cottage offered a sense of self-containedness, away from the bustle of the city.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress on the third syllable ('tained'), secondary stress on the first syllable ('self').
Syllables
self — Open syllable, syllabic 'l' present.. con — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. tained — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant cluster.. ness — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant cluster.
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Open Syllable Rule
Syllables generally end in a vowel sound. Vowel followed by consonant(s).
Closed Syllable Rule
Syllables ending in a consonant sound.
Syllabic Consonant Rule
Consonant 'l' can function as a vowel in certain syllables.
- Syllabic 'l' in 'self'. Compound word structure. Potential for minor regional vowel variations.
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