sportsmanlikeness
Syllables
sports-man-like-ness
Pronunciation
/ˌspɔːtsmənˈlaɪknəs/
Stress
1010
Morphemes
sports + man + ness
Sportsmanlikeness is a four-syllable noun (sports-man-like-ness) with primary stress on 'like'. Syllabification follows rules maximizing onsets and forming syllables around weak vowels. It denotes the qualities of a good sportsman.
Definitions
- 1
The qualities or conduct befitting a good sportsman; fair play, generosity, and courtesy in sport.
“He showed true sportsmanlikeness in defeat.”
“The team was praised for their sportsmanlikeness throughout the tournament.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('like'), and secondary stress on the first syllable ('sports').
Syllables
sports — Closed syllable, initial consonant cluster.. man — Weak syllable, schwa vowel.. like — Open syllable, diphthong, primary stress.. ness — Weak syllable, schwa vowel, final syllable.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Prioritizes creating syllables with consonant clusters as onsets.
Vowel-Consonant-Consonant (VCC) Pattern
Syllables are often divided after the vowel in VCC patterns.
Weak Syllable Formation
Vowels are inserted to create syllables around consonants like /m/ and /n/.
- The /mən/ sequence is often reduced in rapid speech.
- The word's length and complex morphology require careful consideration of stress placement.
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