uncompassability
Syllables
un-com-pass-a-bil-i-ty
Pronunciation
/ʌnˈkɒmpæsəbɪlɪti/
Stress
0001000
Morphemes
un- + compass + ability
The word 'uncompassability' is divided into seven syllables: un-com-pass-a-bil-i-ty. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('a'). It is morphologically complex, consisting of a prefix, root, and two suffixes. Syllable division follows standard English rules based on vowel sounds and consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
The quality or state of being unable to be understood or felt sympathy for; lacking compassion.
“The uncompassability of the dictator shocked the world.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('a'). The stress pattern is typical for words with multiple suffixes.
Syllables
un — Open syllable, unstressed.. com — Closed syllable, unstressed.. pass — Closed syllable, unstressed.. a — Open, stressed syllable.. bil — Closed syllable, unstressed.. i — Open syllable, unstressed.. ty — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Consonant Division
Syllables are typically formed around vowel sounds, with consonants often grouping with the following vowel.
Open Syllable Rule
Syllables ending in a vowel sound are considered open syllables.
Closed Syllable Rule
Syllables ending in a consonant sound are considered closed syllables.
- The '-ability' suffix can sometimes be pronounced as a single syllable, but the separate syllable division is more structurally accurate.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may occur.
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