selfdeprecation
Syllables
self-dep-re-ca-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌselfˈdeprɪkeɪʃən/
Stress
10100
Morphemes
self + deprecate + tion
The word 'self-deprecation' is divided into five syllables: self-dep-re-ca-tion. It consists of the prefix 'self-', the root 'deprecate', and the suffix '-tion'. Primary stress falls on 'ca', with secondary stress on 'self'. Syllable division follows standard English rules of onset-rime, consonant-vowel, and vowel-consonant separation.
Definitions
- 1
The action or practice of belittling or undervaluing oneself; modest or deprecatory self-reference.
“His self-deprecation was a way of deflecting praise.”
“A little self-deprecation can be endearing.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress on the third syllable ('ca'), secondary stress on the first syllable ('self').
Syllables
self — Open syllable, initial syllable.. dep — Closed syllable.. re — Open syllable.. ca — Open syllable, diphthong.. tion — Closed syllable.
Word Parts
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Diphthong Consideration
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- The silent 't' in the '-tion' suffix is a common orthographic feature.
- The secondary stress on 'self' is characteristic of compound words and words with prefixes.
- Regional variations in pronunciation might slightly alter vowel qualities.
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