internationalism
Syllables
in-ter-na-tion-al-ism
Pronunciation
/ˌɪntərˈnæʃənəlɪzəm/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
inter- + nation- + -alism
The word 'internationalism' is divided into six syllables: in-ter-na-tion-al-ism. It features a complex morphemic structure with Latin and Greek roots and suffixes. Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable. Syllabification follows standard onset-rime division rules, with consideration for common vowel sequences like /ʃən/.
Definitions
- 1
The principle of international cooperation, especially in political or economic matters; advocacy of cooperation among nations.
“The conference promoted internationalism and peaceful resolution of conflicts.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('na'). The first and fifth syllables have secondary stress.
Syllables
in — Closed syllable, onset-nucleus-coda.. ter — Closed syllable, onset-nucleus-coda.. na — Open syllable, onset-nucleus.. tion — Open syllable, onset-nucleus.. al — Open syllable, onset-nucleus.. ism — Closed syllable, onset-nucleus-coda.
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime Division
Syllables are divided based on the onset (initial consonant(s)) and rime (vowel and any following consonants).
Vowel-Centric Syllabification
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound (nucleus).
Consonant Cluster Resolution
Consonant clusters are typically broken up to create valid onsets and codas.
- The length and multiple morphemes of the word make it a complex case.
- The schwa sound in the /ʃən/ syllable can be reduced in rapid speech.
- Potential for elision of 't' in rapid speech, but doesn't affect standard syllabification.
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