noncannibalistic
Syllables
non-can-ni-bal-is-tic
Pronunciation
/nɒnˌkænɪˈbælɪstɪk/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
non- + cannibal + -istic
The word 'noncannibalistic' is divided into six syllables: non-can-ni-bal-is-tic. It consists of the prefix 'non-', the root 'cannibal', and the suffix '-istic'. Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('bal'). Syllabification follows standard English rules of vowel-consonant division and prefix separation.
Definitions
- 1
Not relating to or involving cannibalism.
“The tribe had a noncannibalistic culture, focusing on agriculture and trade.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('bal').
Syllables
non — Open syllable, weak stress.. can — Open syllable, weak stress.. ni — Closed syllable, weak stress.. bal — Open syllable, primary stress.. is — Closed syllable, weak stress.. tic — Closed syllable, weak stress.
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Vowel-Consonant-Consonant (VCC) Rule
Syllables are often divided before the first consonant in a VCC pattern.
Vowel-Consonant (VC) Rule
Syllables are divided after a vowel followed by a consonant.
Prefix Rule
Prefixes are generally separated into their own syllables.
- The initial 'non-' prefix is often treated as a separate unit.
- Maintaining the integrity of the root 'cannibal' is crucial.
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