unconcentrically
Syllables
un-con-cen-tri-cal-ly
Pronunciation
/ʌnˈkɒn.sən.trɪ.kli/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
un- + concentr- + -ically
The word 'unconcentrically' is divided into six syllables based on vowel sounds, with primary stress on the fifth syllable ('tri'). It's morphologically complex, consisting of a prefix, root, and two suffixes. Syllable division follows standard English rules, prioritizing vowel-based separation.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner that does not focus on a single point or center; not concentrically.
“The circles were arranged unconcentrically around the central point.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable, 'tri'. This is typical for words with this morphological structure, where stress shifts towards the root with suffixation.
Syllables
un — Open syllable, unstressed.. con — Closed syllable, lightly stressed.. cen — Open syllable, unstressed.. tri — Closed syllable, stressed.. cal — Closed syllable, unstressed.. ly — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
Vowel-Based Syllable Division
Syllables are generally divided before vowel sounds. This is the primary rule applied throughout the word.
Consonant Cluster Division
Consonant clusters are broken around vowels, maximizing onset complexity where possible.
- Potential schwa reduction in 'con-' by some speakers.
- Regional variations in vowel quality.
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