selffelicitation
Syllables
self-fel-i-ci-ta-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌselfˈfɛlɪsɪˈteɪʃən/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
self + felic + itation
The word 'self-felicitation' is divided into six syllables: self-fel-i-ci-ta-tion. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable. It's a noun formed from the prefix 'self-', the root 'felic-', and the suffix '-itation'. Syllable division follows standard English open/closed syllable rules.
Definitions
- 1
The act of congratulating oneself; excessive pride in one's own achievements.
“His self-felicitation was quite tiresome.”
“She indulged in a moment of self-felicitation after winning the award.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('ta' in 'ta-tion').
Syllables
self — Open syllable, initial syllable.. fel — Closed syllable.. i — Open syllable, short vowel.. ci — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. ta — Open syllable, diphthong.. tion — Closed syllable, common suffix.
Word Parts
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Vowel Rule
Syllables generally end with a vowel sound, creating open syllables.
Consonant Rule
Syllables end with a consonant sound, creating closed syllables.
- Potential for merging 'fel' and 'i' into 'feli', but pronunciation favors separation.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may occur, but syllable division remains consistent.
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