intermeddlesomeness
Syllables
in-ter-med-dle-some-ness
Pronunciation
/ˌɪntərˈmɛdəlˌsoʊmnəs/
Stress
001000
Morphemes
inter- + meddle + someness
The word 'intermeddlesomeness' is divided into six syllables: in-ter-med-dle-some-ness. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('med'). It's a noun formed from the prefix 'inter-', the root 'meddle', and the suffix '-someness'. Syllabification follows rules of onset maximization, vowel peak principle, and avoidance of stranded consonants, aligning with morpheme boundaries.
Definitions
- 1
The quality or state of being excessively involved in the affairs of others; intrusive interference.
“Her intermeddlesomeness in their relationship caused a rift.”
“He was known for his constant intermeddlesomeness.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('med'). The stress pattern is typical for words of this length and morphological structure, with the root receiving primary stress.
Syllables
in — Open syllable, unstressed.. ter — Closed syllable, unstressed.. med — Closed syllable, stressed.. dle — Closed syllable, unstressed.. some — Closed syllable, unstressed.. ness — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
Onset Maximization
Consonants are assigned to the following syllable whenever possible.
Vowel Peak Principle
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Avoidance of Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not left at the end of a syllable without a vowel.
Morphological Boundaries
Syllable boundaries often align with morpheme boundaries.
- The 'dd' cluster does not create a syllable break.
- The 'some' syllable is weak and unstressed but forms a distinct syllable.
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