demythologization
Syllables
de-my-tho-lo-gi-za-tion
Pronunciation
/diːˌmɪθəloʊdʒɪˈzeɪʃən/
Stress
0000010
Morphemes
de- + myth + -ologization
Demythologization is a seven-syllable noun with primary stress on the penultimate syllable ('za'). It's formed from the prefix 'de-', the root 'myth', and the suffix '-ologization'. Syllabification follows standard vowel and affix rules, with stress influencing syllable prominence.
Definitions
- 1
The removal of mythological elements or interpretations from something, especially from religious beliefs.
“The theologian's work focused on the demythologization of biblical stories.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable, 'za', indicated by '1'. All other syllables are unstressed, indicated by '0'.
Syllables
de — Open syllable, unstressed.. my — Open syllable, unstressed.. tho — Open syllable, unstressed.. lo — Open syllable, unstressed.. gi — Open syllable, unstressed.. za — Closed syllable, primary stress.. tion — Closed syllable, unstressed.
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Vowel Rule
Syllables are generally built around vowel sounds, with each vowel forming a syllable nucleus.
Affix Rule
Prefixes and suffixes typically form separate syllables.
Stress Rule
Stress influences syllable prominence and vowel quality.
- The interfix '-o-' is somewhat unusual.
- The sequence '-logize-' requires careful consideration due to its relative rarity.
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