selfjustification
Syllables
self-jus-ti-fi-ca-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌselfˌdʒʌstɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Stress
001001
Morphemes
self + just + ification
The word 'self-justification' is divided into six syllables: self-jus-ti-fi-ca-tion. The primary stress falls on the third syllable ('fi'). The word is morphologically complex, consisting of the prefix 'self-', the root 'just-', and the suffix '-ification'. Syllable division follows standard English rules based on onset-rime structure and CVC patterns.
Definitions
- 1
The act of defending or explaining one's actions or beliefs, often to avoid blame or criticism.
“His constant self-justification was irritating.”
“She offered a lengthy self-justification for her behavior.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('fi') of 'justification'.
Syllables
self — Open syllable, onset-rime structure.. jus — Closed syllable, CVC structure.. ti — Closed syllable, CVC structure.. fi — Closed syllable, CVC structure.. ca — Open syllable, onset-rime structure, diphthong.. tion — Closed syllable, consonant cluster onset.
Word Parts
Onset-Rime
Syllables are divided based on the onset (initial consonant sound(s)) and rime (vowel and any following consonants).
CVC Structure
Consonant-Vowel-Consonant syllables are identified and separated.
- The 't' in 'justification' can be pronounced as a flap /ɾ/ in rapid speech.
- Vowel quality variations depending on regional accents.
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