nonrationalization
Syllables
non-ra-tion-a-li-za-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌnɑn.ræʃ.ən.ə.laɪ.zeɪ.ʃən/
Stress
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Morphemes
non- + rational + -ization
The word 'nonrationalization' is divided into seven syllables: non-ra-tion-a-li-za-tion. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable. It's a noun formed from the prefix 'non-', the root 'rational', and the suffix '-ization'. Syllabification follows standard English rules based on vowel sounds and consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
The act or process of making something irrational; the removal of rationality.
“The nonrationalization of policy decisions led to widespread criticism.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('li').
Syllables
non — Open syllable, initial syllable.. ra — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. tion — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. a — Open syllable, schwa vowel.. li — Open syllable, diphthong.. za — Open syllable, diphthong.. tion — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.
Word Parts
Vowel-Following Consonant Rule
Syllables are often divided after a vowel, especially if followed by a consonant.
Consonant Cluster Rule
English allows certain consonant clusters at the beginning or end of syllables.
Diphthong Rule
Diphthongs generally form a single syllable.
- The word's length and complexity require careful application of syllabification rules.
- The prefix 'non-' is a straightforward addition of a syllable.
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