uncomprehensible
Syllables
un-com-pre-hen-si-ble
Pronunciation
/ʌnˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnsɪbl̩/
Stress
001001
Morphemes
un + comprehend + ible
The word 'uncomprehensible' is divided into six syllables: un-com-pre-hen-si-ble. It features a prefix 'un-', root 'comprehend', and suffix '-ible'. Primary stress falls on the third-to-last syllable. Syllabification follows standard GB English rules based on onset-rhyme structure and consonant cluster grouping.
Definitions
- 1
Not capable of being understood.
“The lecture was completely uncomprehensible.”
“His handwriting is uncomprehensible.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third-to-last syllable (/hɛn/). The stress pattern is typical for words with multiple prefixes and suffixes.
Syllables
un — Open syllable, onset-rhyme structure.. com — Closed syllable, consonant cluster 'com'.. pre — Open syllable, onset-rhyme structure.. hen — Closed syllable, consonant cluster 'hen'.. si — Open syllable, onset-rhyme structure.. ble — Closed syllable, syllabic consonant 'l'.
Word Parts
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Onset-Rhyme Structure
Syllables are formed around a vowel sound, with preceding consonants forming the onset and following consonants forming the coda.
Consonant Cluster Syllabification
Consonant clusters are often grouped within a syllable, particularly at the beginning or end.
Syllabic Consonant
A consonant can form a syllable if it is followed by a schwa or is the only sound in the syllable.
- The syllabic 'l' in 'ble' requires specific attention.
- Vowel reduction in unstressed syllables is a potential variation.
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