wrongheartedness
Syllables
wr-ong-heart-ed-ness
Pronunciation
/rɒŋˈhɑːtɪdnəs/
Stress
00100
Morphemes
wrong- + heart- + -edness
The word 'wrongheartedness' is divided into five syllables: wr-ong-heart-ed-ness. The primary stress falls on 'heart'. It's a noun formed from the prefix 'wrong-', the root 'heart-', and the suffix '-edness'. Syllable division follows standard English vowel-consonant rules, with consideration for initial consonant clusters and GB English 'r' pronunciation.
Definitions
- 1
The state of being malicious, spiteful, or lacking in kindness.
“Her wrongheartedness was evident in her cruel remarks.”
“He couldn't understand her wrongheartedness towards him.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('heart').
Syllables
wr — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster.. ong — Closed syllable, vowel followed by nasal consonant.. heart — Closed syllable, primary stress.. ed — Closed syllable, past participle marker.. ness — Closed syllable, noun-forming suffix.
Word Parts
Vowel-Consonant Division
Syllables are typically divided after vowels, especially when followed by consonants.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are generally maintained within a syllable unless easily separable.
Initial Consonant Cluster
Initial consonant clusters (like 'wr') are treated as a single onset.
- Pronunciation of 'r' after vowels in GB English.
- Potential reduction of '-ed' to /d/ in rapid speech.
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