selfresponsibility
Syllables
self-re-spon-si-bil-i-ty
Pronunciation
/ˌself rɪˌspɒnsɪˈbɪlɪti/
Stress
0010010
Morphemes
self + respons + ibility
The word 'self-responsibility' is divided into seven syllables: self-re-spon-si-bil-i-ty. The primary stress falls on the third syllable ('si'). The word is morphologically complex, consisting of the prefix 'self-', the root 'respons-', and the suffix '-ibility'. Syllabification follows standard English rules based on onset-rime structure and vowel nuclei.
Definitions
- 1
The state or quality of being accountable for one's own actions and decisions.
“He demonstrated a strong sense of self-responsibility.”
“Taking self-responsibility is crucial for personal growth.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('si'). The stress pattern is typical for words with the '-ibility' suffix.
Syllables
self — Open syllable, onset 's', rime 'elf'. re — Open syllable, onset 'r', rime 'ə'. spon — Closed syllable, onset 'sp', rime 'ɒn'. si — Closed syllable, onset 's', rime 'ɪ'. bil — Closed syllable, onset 'b', rime 'ɪl'. i — Open syllable, single vowel. ty — Closed syllable, onset 't', rime 'i'
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime Structure
Syllables are formed based on the consonant onset and vowel-based rime.
Vowel as Syllable Nucleus
A single vowel can form a syllable on its own.
- The compound nature of the word does not introduce significant exceptions.
- Regional accents may affect vowel quality but not syllable boundaries.
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