ultraconservative
Syllables
ul-tra-con-ser-va-tive
Pronunciation
/ˌʌltrə kənˈsɜːvətɪv/
Stress
010010
Morphemes
ultra + conserv + ative
The word 'ultraconservative' is divided into six syllables: ul-tra-con-ser-va-tive. It consists of the prefix 'ultra-', the root 'conserv-', and the suffix '-ative'. Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('va-'). Syllabification follows the onset-rime principle and consonant cluster rules, with stress assignment based on morphological structure.
Definitions
- 1
Extremely conservative; holding very traditional views.
“He held ultraconservative views on social issues.”
“The party was known for its ultraconservative platform.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('va-'). Secondary stress on the second syllable ('tra-'). Remaining syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
ul — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster.. tra — Open syllable, secondary stress.. con — Open syllable, unstressed.. ser — Open syllable, unstressed.. va — Open syllable, primary stress.. tive — Open syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime Principle
Syllables are formed around a vowel nucleus, with preceding consonants forming the onset and following consonants forming the coda.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are generally maintained within a syllable unless they are easily separable by a vowel sound.
Stress Assignment Rule
Stress is assigned based on morphological structure and phonological weight, often falling on the penultimate syllable before the '-ative' suffix.
- The initial 'ultra-' cluster is relatively uncommon but permissible.
- The schwa vowel /ə/ is common in unstressed syllables.
- The division 'con-ser' is preferred over 'cons-er' based on established patterns.
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