unrespectability
Syllables
un-re-spect-a-bil-i-ty
Pronunciation
/ʌn.rɪˈspek.tə.bɪl.ɪ.ti/
Stress
0010001
Morphemes
un + respect + ability
The word 'unrespectability' is divided into seven syllables: un-re-spect-a-bil-i-ty, with primary stress on 'spect'. It's formed from the prefix 'un-', the root 'respect', and the suffix '-ability'. Syllabification follows standard English vowel and consonant rules, with open and closed syllables alternating.
Definitions
- 1
The quality or state of being disrespectful; lack of respect.
“His unrespectability was evident in his rude behavior.”
“The unrespectability of the situation made her uncomfortable.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('spect'). The stress pattern follows the typical English pattern for words with multiple suffixes, where stress often falls on the syllable preceding the final suffix.
Syllables
un — Open syllable, unstressed.. re — Open syllable, unstressed.. spect — Closed syllable, primary stress.. a — Open syllable, reduced vowel, unstressed.. bil — Closed syllable, unstressed.. i — Open syllable, unstressed.. ty — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
Vowel Rule
Syllables generally end in a vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Syllables can end in consonant sounds, including clusters like 'ct'.
- Vowel reduction in unstressed syllables is common.
- Regional variations in vowel quality may occur but do not affect syllable division.
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