selfapprobation
Syllables
self-ap-pro-ba-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌselfəˈprɒbəˌʃeɪʃən/
Stress
01001
Morphemes
self + prob + ation
The word 'self-approbation' is divided into five syllables: self-ap-pro-ba-tion. It consists of the prefix 'self-', the root 'prob-', and the suffix '-ation'. Primary stress falls on the third syllable. Syllabification follows standard US English rules based on vowel-consonant patterns and consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
The act of approving of oneself; excessive pride in one's own accomplishments.
“His constant self-approbation was tiresome to those around him.”
“She indulged in a moment of quiet self-approbation after completing the difficult task.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('pro'). Secondary stress on the first syllable ('self').
Syllables
self — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster.. ap — Closed syllable.. pro — Open syllable.. ba — Open syllable, schwa vowel.. tion — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Consonant (VC)
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Vowel-Consonant-Consonant (VCC)
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Open Syllable
Syllables ending in a vowel sound are considered open.
Consonant Cluster
Initial and medial consonant clusters are maintained within a syllable.
- The schwa sound /ə/ in unstressed syllables is a common feature of US English pronunciation.
- The word's length and complexity require careful consideration of vowel quality and stress placement.
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