uncontemplativeness
Syllables
un-con-tem-pla-tive-ness
Pronunciation
/ʌnˈkɒn.tɛm.plə.tɪv.nəs/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
un- + contemplate + -ness
The word 'uncontemplativeness' is divided into six syllables: un-con-tem-pla-tive-ness. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('pla-'). The word is morphologically complex, consisting of the prefix 'un-', the root 'contemplate', and the suffix '-ness'. Syllable division follows standard English rules based on vowel sounds and consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
The state of not being contemplative; a lack of thoughtful consideration.
“His uncontemplativeness led to a rash decision.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('pla-'), indicated by '1'. All other syllables are unstressed ('0').
Syllables
un — Open syllable, initial syllable.. con — Closed syllable, consonant cluster at the beginning.. tem — Closed syllable, consonant cluster at the beginning.. pla — Open, stressed syllable, vowel lengthening due to stress.. tive — Closed syllable, consonant cluster at the end.. ness — Closed syllable, final syllable.
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Vowel Sound Rule
Syllables are generally formed around vowel sounds.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters can begin or end syllables.
- The length of the word could lead to slight variations in less formal speech, but the division adheres to standard phonological principles.
- Regional variations in vowel quality (e.g., /ɒ/ vs. /ɔː/) may occur, but do not affect syllable division.
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