denuclearization
Syllables
de-nu-cle-ar-i-za-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌdiːˌnjuːkliəraɪˈzeɪʃən/
Stress
0100101
Morphemes
de- + nuclear + -ization
The word 'denuclearization' is divided into seven syllables based on the vowel peak principle, with primary stress on 'za' and a secondary stress on 'de'. It consists of the prefix 'de-', the root 'nuclear', and the suffix '-ization'. Syllabification is consistent with similar words containing the '-ization' suffix.
Definitions
- 1
The act or process of reducing or eliminating nuclear weapons.
“The treaty aimed at complete denuclearization of the region.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress on the penultimate syllable ('za'), secondary stress on the first syllable ('de').
Syllables
de — Open syllable, initial syllable.. nu — Open syllable.. cle — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. ar — Open syllable.. i — Open syllable, diphthong.. za — Open syllable.. tion — Closed syllable, suffix.
Word Parts
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Vowel Peak Principle
Each syllable contains a vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Maintenance
Consonant clusters are generally kept within a syllable.
Diphthong Syllabification
Diphthongs function as single vowel nuclei.
- The length of the word and multiple vowel sounds create a complex structure.
- Potential vowel reduction in the 'ar' syllable.
- Regional accent variations may affect pronunciation.
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