nonconductibility
Syllables
non-con-duc-ti-bil-i-ty
Pronunciation
/ˌnɑn.kənˈdʌk.tɪ.bɪl.ɪ.ti/
Stress
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Morphemes
non- + conduct + -ibility
The word 'nonconductibility' is divided into seven syllables: non-con-duc-ti-bil-i-ty. It consists of the prefix 'non-', the root 'conduct', and the suffix '-ibility'. Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('bil'). Syllabification follows standard English onset-rime rules, with the suffix influencing stress placement.
Definitions
- 1
The state or quality of not being able to conduct (electricity, heat, etc.).
“The nonconductibility of the material made it ideal for use in electrical components.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('bil'), due to the influence of the '-ibility' suffix.
Syllables
non — Open syllable, onset 'n', rime 'on'. con — Open syllable, onset 'c', rime 'on'. duc — Closed syllable, onset 'd', rime 'uc'. ti — Open syllable, onset 't', rime 'i'. bil — Closed syllable, onset 'b', rime 'il', primary stress. i — Open syllable, vowel as nucleus. ty — Closed syllable, onset 't', rime 'y'
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime
Syllables are divided based on the onset (initial consonant sound(s)) and rime (vowel and any following consonants).
Vowel Nucleus
A vowel typically forms the nucleus of a syllable.
Closed Syllable
A syllable ending in a consonant is considered closed.
Open Syllable
A syllable ending in a vowel is considered open.
- The 'ct' cluster in 'conduct' is maintained within the syllable due to the root's integrity.
- Potential vowel reduction in 'non' (/nən/) in some dialects.
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