traditionfollowing
Syllables
tra-di-tion-fol-low-ing
Pronunciation
/trəˈdɪʃən ˈfɒləʊɪŋ/
Stress
0 0 1 0 1 0
Morphemes
tradition + follow + ing
The word 'tradition-following' is divided into six syllables: tra-di-tion-fol-low-ing. It's a compound word with Latin and Old English roots, functioning as an adjective or gerund. Primary stress falls on 'tion', with secondary stress on 'low'. Syllabification follows standard onset-nucleus-coda rules, with some exceptions like the schwa in 'tion'.
Definitions
- 1
Conforming to or characterized by tradition; adhering to established customs or beliefs.
“a tradition-following society”
“He is known for his tradition-following approach.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress on the third syllable ('tion'), secondary stress on the fifth syllable ('low').
Syllables
tra — Open syllable, onset 'tr', nucleus 'ə'. di — Closed syllable, onset 'd', nucleus 'ɪ'. tion — Closed syllable, onset cluster 'ʃn', nucleus 'ə'. fol — Closed syllable, onset 'f', nucleus 'ɒ', coda 'l'. low — Open syllable, onset 'l', nucleus 'əʊ'. ing — Closed syllable, onset 'ŋ', nucleus 'ɪ'
Word Parts
Onset-Nucleus-Coda
Syllables are formed based on the presence of an onset (initial consonant(s)), a nucleus (vowel sound), and a coda (final consonant(s)).
Vowel Digraphs/Diphthongs
Diphthongs (like /əʊ/) are treated as single nuclei.
- The 'tion' syllable often exhibits a schwa nucleus.
- The compound nature of the word influences stress placement.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may occur.
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