quasidejectedly
Syllables
qua-si-de-ject-ed-ly
Pronunciation
/ˈkweɪzi dɪˈdʒɛktɪdli/
Stress
0 0 0 1 0 0
Morphemes
quasi- + deject + -edly
The word 'quasi-dejectedly' is syllabified as qua-si-de-ject-ed-ly, with primary stress on the penultimate syllable. It's formed from the Latin prefix 'quasi-', the root 'deject', and the English suffix '-edly'. Syllable division follows rules of onset maximization and vowel-initial syllable formation, with consideration for consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner resembling dejection; in a somewhat depressed or disheartened way.
“He spoke quasi-dejectedly about his failed venture.”
“She sighed quasi-dejectedly, staring out the window.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('ject').
Syllables
qua — Open syllable, onset cluster 'qu'. si — Open syllable. de — Open syllable. ject — Closed syllable, consonant cluster 'jct'. ed — Closed syllable. ly — Open syllable
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Attempt to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of a syllable.
Vowel-Initial Syllable
Syllables typically begin with a vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Rule
English allows for consonant clusters at the beginning and end of syllables, subject to phonotactic constraints.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Avoid leaving single consonants between syllables without a vowel sound.
- The 'quasi-' prefix is often treated as a single unit, but its internal structure allows for syllabification.
- The 'jct' cluster in 'ject-' is a common but complex cluster that requires careful consideration.
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