selfdisapprobation
Syllables
self-dis-ap-pro-ba-tion
Pronunciation
/selfˌdɪsæprəˈbeɪʃən/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
self + approb + ation
The word 'self-disapprobation' is divided into six syllables: self-dis-ap-pro-ba-tion. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('pro'). It's a noun formed from a prefix, root, and suffix of Latin and Old English origin. Syllable division follows standard English rules based on vowel-consonant patterns.
Definitions
- 1
Strong disapproval of oneself; a feeling of being unworthy or inadequate.
“His constant self-disapprobation prevented him from enjoying life.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('pro'): dis-ap-**pro**-ba-tion.
Syllables
self — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. dis — Closed syllable, consonant cluster followed by vowel.. ap — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. pro — Open syllable, consonant cluster followed by vowel. Vowel reduction possible.. ba — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. tion — Closed syllable, consonant cluster followed by vowel.
Word Parts
Similar Words
Vowel followed by consonant(s)
Syllables are divided after a vowel when followed by one or more consonants (e.g., 'ap', 'ba').
Consonant cluster followed by vowel
Syllables are divided before a vowel when preceded by a consonant cluster (e.g., 'dis', 'pro').
- Schwa reduction is common in unstressed syllables.
- Non-rhotic accents may drop the 'r' sound, affecting vowel quality.
- Potential for variation in vowel pronunciation (e.g., /ɑː/ in 'approbation').
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