noncoordination
Syllables
non-co-or-di-na-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌnɑn koʊˌɔːr dɪˈneɪʃən/
Stress
0 0 0 1 0 0
Morphemes
non- + co-ord + -ination
The word 'non-coordination' is divided into six syllables: non-co-or-di-na-tion. It consists of the prefix 'non-', the root 'co-ord-', and the suffix '-ination'. Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('na-'). Syllabification follows standard US English rules based on vowel sounds and consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
The lack of coordination or organized cooperation.
“The accident was a result of a complete non-coordination between the drivers.”
“There was a noticeable non-coordination of efforts within the team.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('na-'), indicated by '1'. All other syllables are unstressed ('0').
Syllables
non — Open syllable, containing a single vowel sound.. co — Open syllable, containing a single vowel sound.. or — Open syllable, containing a diphthong.. di — Closed syllable, ending in a consonant.. na — Open syllable, containing a diphthong.. tion — Closed syllable, ending in a consonant cluster.
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Vowel Sound Rule
Each vowel sound generally constitutes a separate syllable.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters following a vowel typically belong to the same syllable.
Prefix/Suffix Rule
Prefixes and suffixes are generally separated into distinct syllables.
- The pronunciation of 'co-' can sometimes be reduced, but it's generally pronounced as a separate syllable in this word.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation (e.g., /ɑ/ vs. /ɔ/) might exist, but they don't significantly alter the syllabification.
- The word's length and complexity require careful attention to vowel and consonant clusters.
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