selfobjectification
Syllables
self-ob-jec-ti-fi-ca-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌselfɒbdʒɛktɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Stress
0001001
Morphemes
self + object + ification
Self-objectification is a seven-syllable noun with primary stress on the fourth syllable. It's formed from the prefix 'self-', the root 'object', and the suffix '-ification'. Syllable division follows standard English rules prioritizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants, while respecting morphemic boundaries.
Definitions
- 1
The act of treating oneself as an object to be looked at and evaluated, often based on appearance.
“Social media can contribute to self-objectification.”
“She struggled with feelings of self-objectification after years of dieting.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('ti'), following the typical stress pattern for words ending in '-ification'.
Syllables
self — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonants.. ob — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. jec — Closed syllable, consonant cluster followed by vowel and consonant.. ti — Open, stressed syllable, vowel preceded by consonant.. fi — Open syllable, vowel preceded by consonant.. ca — Open syllable, vowel followed by diphthong.. tion — Open syllable, vowel preceded by consonant (silent 't').
Word Parts
Similar Words
Onset Maximization
Prioritizing consonant clusters at the beginning of syllables (e.g., 'ob', 'jec').
Vowel-Consonant Division
Dividing after a vowel when followed by a consonant.
Morpheme Boundary Respect
Attempting to maintain morphemic integrity in syllable division.
Stress-Based Division
Stress placement influences syllable prominence and division.
- Silent 't' in 'tion'.
- Pronunciation of 'j' as /dʒ/.
- Potential debate regarding syllable division between 'ob' and 'jec', but morphemic boundaries support the chosen division.
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