institutionalize
Syllables
in-sti-tu-tion-a-lize
Pronunciation
/ˌɪnstɪˈtjuːʃənəlaɪz/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
in- + stitut- + -ion
The word 'institutionalize' is divided into six syllables: in-sti-tu-tion-a-lize. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('tion'). It's morphologically complex, built from a Latin root with prefixes and suffixes. Syllable division follows vowel and consonant cluster rules, with consideration for affix integrity.
Definitions
- 1
To commit to a mental institution; to establish something as a convention or norm.
“The patient was institutionalized after a severe breakdown.”
“The company sought to institutionalize best practices across all departments.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('tion'). Secondary stress may be present on the first syllable ('in').
Syllables
in — Open syllable, unstressed.. sti — Closed syllable, unstressed.. tu — Open syllable, unstressed.. tion — Closed syllable, primary stress.. a — Open syllable, unstressed.. lize — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
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Vowel Rule
Each syllable generally contains one vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are often split, but attempts are made to keep affixes intact.
Onset-Rime Rule
Syllables are divided into an onset (initial consonants) and a rime (vowel and following consonants).
Affix Rule
Prefixes and suffixes are generally kept with their root.
- The 'tion' sequence is often treated as a single syllable unit, but is divided here due to word length and stress patterns.
- Regional variations in pronunciation might slightly alter syllable boundaries.
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