decriminalization
Syllables
de-crim-in-a-li-za-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌdiːˌkrɪmɪnəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
Stress
0100010
Morphemes
de- + crim- + -in-a-li-za-tion
The word 'decriminalization' is divided into seven syllables: de-crim-in-a-li-za-tion. The primary stress falls on the second syllable ('crim'). It's a noun formed from Latin roots and suffixes, meaning the removal of criminal penalties. Syllabification follows standard English vowel and consonant rules.
Definitions
- 1
The removal or repeal of a criminal penalty for an action.
“The decriminalization of marijuana is a controversial issue.”
“Advocates are pushing for the decriminalization of minor drug offenses.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('crim'). The stress pattern is typical for words with multiple suffixes.
Syllables
de — Open syllable, vowel sound. crim — Closed syllable, consonant ending. in — Closed syllable, nasal consonant ending. a — Open syllable, schwa sound. li — Open syllable, diphthong. za — Open syllable, diphthong. tion — Closed syllable, consonant ending
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