selfunworthiness
Syllables
self-un-worth-i-ness
Pronunciation
/self ʌnˈwɜːθɪnəs/
Stress
00100
Morphemes
self + worth + unworthiness
The word 'self-unworthiness' is divided into five syllables: self-un-worth-i-ness. The primary stress falls on the third syllable ('worth'). It is a noun formed from multiple morphemes, including the prefixes 'self-' and 'un-', the root 'worth', and the suffix '-ness'. Syllable division follows rules of onset maximization, consonant-vowel separation, and morphemic boundaries.
Definitions
- 1
The state or quality of lacking a sense of one's own value or importance; a feeling of being inadequate or undeserving.
“His self-unworthiness prevented him from pursuing his dreams.”
“She struggled with deep feelings of self-unworthiness.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('worth'). The stress pattern is influenced by the length and morphological structure of the word.
Syllables
self — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster.. un — Closed syllable, simple structure.. worth — Closed syllable, potential vowel variation.. i — Open syllable, connecting vowel.. ness — Closed syllable, common suffix.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Attempt to include as many initial consonants as possible in a syllable.
Consonant-Vowel Division
Divide between consonants and vowels when no other rules apply.
Suffix Separation
Separate common suffixes from the root.
Morpheme Boundary Consideration
Respect morphemic boundaries when dividing syllables.
- The vowel in 'worth' can be pronounced as /ɜː/ or /ə/ depending on regional accent.
- The /ɪ/ in 'worthiness' is often reduced to a schwa in rapid speech.
- The presence of multiple prefixes and suffixes complicates the syllable division.
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