selfrealization
Syllables
self-re-a-li-za-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌselfˌriːəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
Stress
101011
Morphemes
self + real + ization
The word 'self-realization' is divided into six syllables: self-re-a-li-za-tion. It consists of the prefix 'self-', the root 'real-', and the suffixes '-ize' and '-ation'. Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('li'). Syllabification follows standard English rules of onset-rime division and vowel nucleus identification.
Definitions
- 1
The fulfilling of one's potential; the achievement of a full and authentic life.
“Yoga and meditation can aid in self-realization.”
“His journey was one of self-realization and personal growth.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress on the third syllable ('li'), secondary stress on the first syllable ('self').
Syllables
self — Open syllable, initial syllable.. re — Open syllable.. a — Open syllable.. li — Diphthong syllable.. za — Open syllable.. tion — Coda syllable.
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime
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Vowel Nucleus
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Consonant Clusters
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Diphthong Resolution
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- The compound nature of the word requires careful consideration of morphemic boundaries.
- The 'self-' prefix is treated as a separate syllable due to its independent morphemic status.
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