ultranationalism
Syllables
ul-tra-na-tion-al-ism
Pronunciation
/ˌʌltrəˈnæʃənəlɪzəm/
Stress
010010
Morphemes
ultra- + nation + -alism
Ultranationalism is a six-syllable noun with primary stress on 'na'. It's formed from the prefix 'ultra-', the root 'nation', and the suffixes '-al' and '-ism'. Syllable division follows standard English vowel and consonant cluster rules, with suffixes often forming separate syllables.
Definitions
- 1
Extreme nationalism; fervent patriotic feeling, especially combined with a belief in national superiority.
“The rise of ultranationalism in the region is a cause for concern.”
“His views were characterized by ultranationalism and a distrust of foreigners.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('na'). Secondary stress on the first syllable ('ul').
Syllables
ul — Open syllable, vowel sound present.. tra — Closed syllable, consonant cluster onset.. na — Open syllable, primary stress.. tion — Closed syllable, common syllabic ending.. al — Open syllable, adjectival suffix.. ism — Closed syllable, ideological suffix.
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Vowel Rule
Each syllable must contain at least one vowel sound.
Onset-Rhyme Rule
Syllables are divided into onset and rhyme.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are allowed at the beginning and end of syllables.
Syllabic Endings Rule
Common endings like '-tion', '-al', and '-ism' often form their own syllables.
- The word's length and complex morphology require careful consideration of stress placement.
- The presence of multiple suffixes adds to the complexity.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may occur.
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