supranationalist
Syllables
su-pra-na-tion-a-list
Pronunciation
/ˌsuːprəˌnæʃənəˈlɪst/
Stress
010010
Morphemes
supra- + nation + -ist
The word 'supranationalist' is divided into six syllables: su-pra-na-tion-a-list. It's a compound word with Latin roots, featuring a primary stress on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows standard English rules, prioritizing vowel-initial syllables and maintaining morphemic integrity.
Definitions
- 1
A person who advocates for or believes in supranationalism.
“The supranationalist movement gained momentum after the war.”
- 1
Relating to or supporting cooperation among nations.
“Supranationalist policies aim to foster peace and cooperation.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('na'), and secondary stress on the first syllable ('su').
Syllables
su — Open syllable, vowel-initial. pra — Closed syllable, consonant cluster. na — Open syllable. tion — Closed syllable, complex consonant cluster. a — Open syllable, schwa vowel. list — Closed syllable, consonant cluster
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Vowel-Initial Syllable Rule
Every vowel sound generally begins a new syllable.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are maintained within a syllable as long as they don't interrupt a vowel sequence.
Morphemic Cohesion Rule
Morphemes are generally kept intact within a syllable.
- The length and complex consonant clusters require careful application of syllable division rules.
- The 'tion' sequence is a potential area for debate, but its function as a single morpheme justifies its treatment as a unit.
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