noncontemplatively
Syllables
non-con-tem-pla-tive-ly
Pronunciation
/ˌnɑn.kɑnˈtɛm.plə.tɪv.li/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
non- + temp + -contemplatively
The word 'noncontemplatively' is divided into six syllables: non-con-tem-pla-tive-ly. It's an adverb formed through multiple affixations, with primary stress on the fourth syllable ('pla'). Syllabification follows standard English vowel and affixation rules.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner lacking thought or reflection; without considering the consequences.
“He acted noncontemplatively, buying the car on a whim.”
“She spoke noncontemplatively, revealing her true feelings without hesitation.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('pla'), indicated by '1'. Other syllables are unstressed ('0').
Syllables
non — Open syllable, unstressed.. con — Open syllable, unstressed.. tem — Closed syllable, unstressed.. pla — Open syllable, stressed.. tive — Closed syllable, unstressed.. ly — Open syllable, unstressed.
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Vowel Rule
Each syllable generally contains one vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are maintained within a syllable unless unpronounceable.
Affixation Rule
Prefixes and suffixes typically form separate syllables.
Stress-Timing Rule
English is a stress-timed language, influencing syllable prominence.
- The prefix 'non-' is treated as a separate syllable despite lacking a vowel *sound*.
- The '-ly' suffix is almost always a separate syllable.
- Potential for schwa reduction in unstressed syllables.
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