evangelistically
Syllables
ev-an-gel-is-tic-al-ly
Pronunciation
/ˌiːvænˈdʒelɪstɪkli/
Stress
0010001
Morphemes
ev- + angel- + -istically
The word 'evangelistically' is divided into seven syllables: ev-an-gel-is-tic-al-ly. The primary stress falls on the third syllable ('gel'). The syllabification follows the Onset-Rime principle, dividing the word based on vowel sounds and consonant clusters. It is an adverb derived from Latin and Greek roots, meaning 'in a zealous manner regarding the gospel'.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner characterized by zealous advocacy of the gospel or religious beliefs; with fervent enthusiasm for religious conversion.
“He preached evangelistically, hoping to win new converts.”
“The church worked evangelistically in the community.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('gel'). The stress pattern is typical for words with multiple suffixes.
Syllables
ev — Open syllable, vowel followed by a consonant.. an — Open syllable, vowel followed by a consonant.. gel — Closed syllable, vowel followed by a consonant cluster.. is — Closed syllable, vowel followed by a consonant.. tic — Closed syllable, vowel followed by a consonant cluster.. al — Open syllable, vowel followed by a consonant.. ly — Closed syllable, vowel followed by a consonant cluster.
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime
Syllables are structured around a vowel nucleus (rime) preceded by optional consonants (onset). Consonant clusters are maintained unless they create illegal phonotactic sequences.
Vowel-Consonant Division
Syllables are often divided after a vowel followed by a consonant.
- The length of the word and multiple suffixes could lead to alternative, though less common, syllabifications.
- Regional variations in vowel quality may exist but do not alter the core syllable division.
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