nondiscrimination
Syllables
non-dis-crim-i-na-tion
Pronunciation
[ˌnɑn.dɪsˈkrɪm.ɪˌneɪ.ʃən]
Stress
001000
Morphemes
non- + discriminate + -ion
The word *nondiscrimination* is a noun meaning the unjust treatment of people. It is divided into six syllables: non-dis-crim-i-na-tion, with stress on the third syllable (crim-). Syllabification follows standard English rules.
Definitions
- 1
The unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people or things, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.
“Discrimination is illegal in many countries.”
Stress pattern
Stress falls on the third syllable (crim-).
Syllables
non- — Open syllable. No exceptions.. dis- — Open syllable. No exceptions.. crim- — CVC syllable. No exceptions.. i- — Open syllable. No exceptions.. na- — Open syllable. No exceptions.. tion — CVC syllable. No exceptions.
Word Parts
Open Syllable
Syllables ending in a vowel are considered open.
CVC Syllable
Syllables with a consonant followed by a vowel and a consonant are considered CVC syllables.
- The word follows standard English syllabification rules.
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