noncontemptuously
Syllables
non-con-temp-tu-ous-ly
Pronunciation
/ˌnɑn.kənˈtɛm.pjʊ.əs.li/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
non- + contempt + -uous
The word 'noncontemptuously' is a seven-syllable adverb (non-con-temp-tu-ous-ly) with primary stress on the fourth syllable ('tu'). It's formed from the prefix 'non-', the root 'contempt', and the suffixes '-uous' and '-ly'. Syllabification follows standard English vowel-coda and consonant cluster rules.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner not expressing contempt; without scorn or disdain.
“He accepted the apology noncontemptuously.”
“She treated her rivals noncontemptuously, offering them a chance to collaborate.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('tu'). The stress pattern is typical for words with multiple suffixes.
Syllables
non — Open syllable, vowel followed by nasal consonant.. con — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. temp — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant cluster.. tu — Closed syllable, diphthong followed by consonant. Primary stress.. ous — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. ly — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Coda Rule
Syllables generally end in vowels, or consonants form a permissible coda.
Consonant Cluster Rule
English allows consonant clusters in syllable codas.
Diphthong-Coda Rule
Diphthongs can function as the nucleus of a syllable.
- The length of the word and multiple suffixes could lead to misinterpretation, but consistent application of rules resolves this.
- Potential vowel reduction in the 'non' syllable in some dialects.
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