unnationalistically
Syllables
un-na-tion-al-is-tic-ally
Pronunciation
/ʌnˌnæʃəˈnæləstɪkli/
Stress
0000100
Morphemes
un- + nation + -alisticly
The word 'unnationalistically' is divided into seven syllables: un-na-tion-al-is-tic-ally. The primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('is'). It's an adverb formed from the root 'nation' with multiple prefixes and suffixes. Syllable division follows standard English rules of onset maximization and vowel-consonant division.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner that is not patriotic or supportive of one's nation.
“He behaved unnationalistically by criticizing the national anthem.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('is'). The stress pattern is typical for words with multiple suffixes.
Syllables
un- — Closed syllable, onset maximization.. na- — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. tion- — Closed syllable, consonant cluster followed by schwa.. al- — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. is- — Closed syllable, primary stress.. tic- — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. ally — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Attempting to include as many initial consonants as possible in a syllable.
Vowel-Consonant Division
Syllables are often divided after vowels.
Avoidance of Stranded Consonants
Consonants are generally not left at the end of a syllable unless part of a consonant cluster.
- The length of the word and multiple suffixes create a complex structure.
- Stress placement is crucial for intelligibility.
- Regional accents may influence vowel quality but are unlikely to alter syllable division significantly.
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