despiritualization
Syllables
de-spir-it-u-a-li-za-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌdiːˌspɪrɪtʃuːəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
Stress
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Morphemes
de- + spirit + -ualization
The word 'despiritualization' is divided into eight syllables: de-spir-it-u-a-li-za-tion. Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('u'). It's a complex noun formed from a prefix, root, and multiple suffixes, exhibiting typical English syllabification patterns with vowel reduction in unstressed syllables.
Definitions
- 1
The removal of spiritual qualities or beliefs; the process of becoming less spiritual.
“The despiritualization of society led to a rise in materialism.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('u'). The stress pattern is typical for words with multiple suffixes.
Syllables
de — Open syllable, initial syllable.. spir — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. it — Closed syllable.. u — Open syllable, vowel lengthening.. a — Open syllable, reduced vowel (schwa).. li — Open syllable, diphthong.. za — Open syllable.. tion — Closed syllable, suffix pronunciation.
Word Parts
Vowel-Consonant Rule
Syllables are often divided after vowels.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Permissible consonant clusters remain within a syllable.
Diphthong Rule
Diphthongs are typically part of the same syllable.
- Vowel reduction in unstressed syllables.
- The length and complexity of the word.
- Potential for slight regional variations in vowel quality.
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