noblemindedness
Syllables
no-ble-mind-ed-ness
Pronunciation
/ˌnoʊbl̩ ˈmaɪndɪdnəs/
Stress
01100
Morphemes
noble + mind + -edness
The word 'noble-mindedness' is divided into five syllables: no-ble-mind-ed-ness. It's a compound noun derived from 'noble' and 'mind', with the suffix '-edness'. Primary stress falls on 'mind'. Syllabification follows vowel and consonant cluster rules, with a syllabic /l/ in the second syllable.
Definitions
- 1
The quality or state of having a generous and honorable character; high-mindedness.
“Her noble-mindedness was evident in her willingness to help others.”
“He showed true noble-mindedness by forgiving his enemy.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('mind'). Secondary stress on the second syllable ('ble'). The first, fourth, and fifth syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
no — Open syllable, lightly stressed.. ble — Closed syllable with a syllabic consonant, secondary stress.. mind — Closed syllable, primary stress.. ed — Closed syllable, unstressed.. ness — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
Vowel Rule
Syllables are built around vowel sounds. Each syllable contains a vowel or vowel-like sound.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are split to maximize onsets.
Compound Word Rule
Division reflects the compound adjective 'noble-minded' before the addition of '-ness'.
Syllabic Consonant Rule
/l/ can form a syllable nucleus after a consonant.
- The syllabic /l/ in 'ble' is a notable feature.
- The hyphenated nature of 'noble-minded' influences the syllable division.
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