unselfsacrificially
Syllables
un-self-sac-ri-fic-ial-ly
Pronunciation
/ʌnˈselfˌsæk.rɪˈfɪʃ.ə.li/
Stress
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Morphemes
un- + self- + -sacrificially
The word 'unself-sacrificially' is divided into seven syllables: un-self-sac-ri-fic-ial-ly. Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('fic'). The word is morphologically complex, consisting of a prefix, root, and multiple suffixes. Syllabification follows standard English rules prioritizing onsets and vowel-based divisions.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner characterized by self-sacrifice; willingly giving up one's own interests or comfort for the sake of others.
“She unself-sacrificially devoted her life to helping the poor.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('fic'). The stress pattern is typical for words of this length and morphological complexity.
Syllables
un — Open syllable, initial syllable.. self — Closed syllable.. sac — Open syllable.. ri — Open syllable.. fic — Closed syllable, primary stress.. ial — Open syllable.. ly — Open syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
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Consonant clusters are generally maintained within the syllable.
Vowel Division
Syllable division often occurs before a vowel.
- The length and morphological complexity of the word.
- Potential regional variations in vowel quality.
- The sequence '-ficially' is relatively common and follows established stress patterns.
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