Hyphenation ofself-dissatisfied

Analysis of "self-dissatisfied" (English (GB))

1. Pronunciation: The word is pronounced /selfˌdɪsˈsætɪsfaɪd/ in General British English.

2. Syllable Division: self-dis-sat-is-fied

3. Morphemic Analysis:

• Prefix: self- (Old English) - reflexive pronoun functioning as a prefix, indicating the action is performed by the subject upon itself.
• Prefix: dis- (Latin dis- meaning "apart, not") - negative prefix, indicating reversal or negation.
• Root: satisfy (Latin satisfacere - to do enough for) - the core meaning of contentment.
• Suffix: -ied (English) - adjectival suffix forming a past participle, functioning as an adjective here.

4. Stress Identification: The primary stress falls on the third syllable: dis-SAT-is-fied. Secondary stress is on the first syllable: SELF-dis-SAT-is-fied.

5. Phonetic Transcription: /selfˌdɪsˈsætɪsfaɪd/

6. Edge Case Review: The combination of prefixes and the length of the word create a complex syllabic structure. The vowel sounds within the root (satisfy) are reduced in unstressed syllables, a common feature of English phonology.

7. Grammatical Role: The word functions primarily as an adjective. While it could theoretically be part of a more complex verb phrase (e.g., "to feel self-dissatisfied"), the syllabification and stress remain consistent.

8. Definition & Semantics:

• Definition: Not pleased or content with oneself; feeling or expressing dissatisfaction with one's own character, achievements, or situation.
• Grammatical Category: Adjective
• Synonyms: discontented, unhappy, dissatisfied, unfulfilled
• Antonyms: satisfied, content, pleased, fulfilled
• Examples: "He was a self-dissatisfied man, always striving for more." "She felt self-dissatisfied despite her accomplishments."

9. Phonological Comparison:

• Unsatisfied: un-SAT-is-fied - Similar structure, stress on the second syllable. The addition of 'un-' shifts the stress slightly.
• Satisfied: SAT-is-fied - Simpler structure, stress on the first syllable. Demonstrates how prefixes influence stress placement.
• Disappointed: dis-a-POINT-ed - Similar prefix 'dis-', but different root. Stress falls on the third syllable.

Syllable Breakdown Details:

• self: /self/ - Open syllable, containing a diphthong. Rule: Vowel followed by consonant(s) creates an open syllable. No exceptions.
• dis: /dɪs/ - Open syllable. Rule: Vowel followed by consonant(s) creates an open syllable. No exceptions.
• sat: /sæt/ - Closed syllable. Rule: Vowel followed by a consonant creates a closed syllable. No exceptions.
• is: /ɪs/ - Closed syllable. Rule: Vowel followed by a consonant creates a closed syllable. No exceptions.
• fied: /faɪd/ - Closed syllable. Rule: Vowel followed by a consonant creates a closed syllable. No exceptions.

Exceptions/Special Cases:

• The combination of two prefixes (self- and dis-) is relatively uncommon, but doesn't alter the basic syllabification rules.
• The vowel reduction in unstressed syllables is a general phonetic phenomenon, not a syllabification exception.

Division Rules Applied:

• Vowel-Consonant Division: Syllables are generally divided after a vowel sound followed by a consonant sound.
• Open vs. Closed Syllables: Syllables ending in a vowel sound are open; those ending in a consonant sound are closed.

Alternative Pronunciations/Regional Variations:

• Some speakers might slightly reduce the vowel in "self" to /sl̩f/, creating a syllabic consonant. This doesn't fundamentally change the syllable division.
• Regional accents may influence the vowel quality, but the core syllabic structure remains consistent.