selfsubordinating
Syllables
self-sub-or-di-nat-ing
Pronunciation
/selfˈsʌbɔːdɪneɪtɪŋ/
Stress
010110
Morphemes
self + subordin + ing
The word 'self-subordinating' is divided into six syllables: self-sub-or-di-nat-ing. It consists of the prefix 'self-', the root 'subordin-', and the suffix '-ing'. Primary stress falls on the third syllable (/di/). Syllabification follows onset maximization and vowel-centric rules.
Definitions
- 1
Inclined to or characterized by a submissive or subservient attitude.
“She had a self-subordinating personality.”
“His self-subordinating behavior was often exploited.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable (/di/). Secondary stress on the first syllable (/self/). The remaining syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
self — Open syllable, onset consonant cluster.. sub — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. or — Open syllable, single vowel.. di — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. nat — Closed syllable, diphthong followed by consonant.. ing — Closed syllable, vowel followed by nasal consonant cluster.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Attempting to include as many initial consonants as possible in each syllable.
Vowel-Centric Syllabification
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Avoidance of Stranded Consonants
Consonants are generally not left at the end of a syllable unless they form part of a consonant cluster.
- The compound nature of the word and the multiple suffixes require careful consideration.
- The vowel sounds in 'subordinating' are relatively straightforward, but the stress pattern is crucial for correct pronunciation.
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