ethnocentrically
Syllables
eth-no-cen-tri-cal-ly
Pronunciation
/ˌɛθnoʊˈsɛntrɪkli/
Stress
010010
Morphemes
ethno- + centr- + -ically
The word 'ethnocentrically' is divided into six syllables: eth-no-cen-tri-cal-ly. The primary stress falls on 'cen'. It's an adverb formed from the root 'centr-' with the prefix 'ethno-' and the suffix '-ically'. Syllable division follows standard V-C and C-V-C rules.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner that is centered on one's own ethnic group or culture, often with a feeling of superiority.
“He ethnocentrically judged the customs of other cultures.”
“The study examined how ethnocentrically people view outsiders.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('cen'). Secondary stress on the first syllable ('eth').
Syllables
eth — Open syllable, initial syllable.. no — Open syllable.. cen — Closed syllable, primary stressed syllable.. tri — Closed syllable.. cal — Closed syllable.. ly — Closed syllable, adverbial suffix.
Word Parts
V-C
Syllables are divided after a vowel when followed by a consonant.
C-V-C
Syllables are divided around the vowel when it is surrounded by consonants.
- The word's length and complexity can lead to variations in pronunciation.
- The 'ethno-' prefix can sometimes receive a stronger emphasis, though the primary stress remains on 'cen'.
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