selfintelligible
Syllables
self-in-tel-li-gi-ble
Pronunciation
/self ɪnˈtel.ɪ.dʒə.bl̩/
Stress
001001
Morphemes
self- + tell + -igible
The word 'self-intelligible' is divided into six syllables: self-in-tel-li-gi-ble. Stress falls on the third syllable ('tel'). The word is morphologically complex, consisting of a prefix, root, and suffix. Syllabification follows standard English rules based on vowel sounds and consonant clusters, with a syllabic 'l' in the final syllable.
Definitions
- 1
Capable of being understood without explanation; easily understood.
“The instructions were self-intelligible, so I didn't need to ask for help.”
“The diagram was self-intelligible, even to someone unfamiliar with the subject.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('tel'). The stress pattern is typical for words with prefixes and suffixes.
Syllables
self — Open syllable, single vowel sound.. in — Closed syllable, nasal consonant ending.. tel — Stressed, open syllable.. li — Open, unstressed syllable.. gi — Open, unstressed syllable. 'g' pronounced as /dʒ/.. ble — Closed syllable, syllabic consonant.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Consonant Division
Syllables are typically divided after a vowel sound, especially when followed by a consonant.
Onset-Rime Structure
Syllables are structured with an onset (initial consonant sound) and a rime (vowel and any following consonants).
Syllabic Consonant
Consonants, particularly 'l', can function as syllable nuclei in unstressed positions.
- The pronunciation of 'g' before 'i' as /dʒ/.
- The potential for vowel reduction in unstressed syllables.
- The syllabic 'l' in 'ble' requires recognition of this phonological feature.
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