selfcondemnation
Syllables
self-con-dem-na-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌselfkɑndɛmˈneɪʃən/
Stress
00100
Morphemes
self + condemn + ation
The word 'self-condemnation' is divided into five syllables: self-con-dem-na-tion. The primary stress falls on the third syllable ('dem'). It's a noun formed from the prefix 'self-', the root 'condemn', and the suffix '-ation'. Syllabification follows standard English vowel and consonant cluster rules, with the '-tion' suffix influencing stress placement.
Definitions
- 1
The act of judging oneself harshly or critically; severe self-reproach.
“His constant self-condemnation was exhausting to be around.”
“She struggled with feelings of self-condemnation after the mistake.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('dem'). The stress pattern is typical for words ending in '-tion'.
Syllables
self — Open syllable, unstressed.. con — Closed syllable, unstressed.. dem — Closed syllable, stressed.. na — Open syllable, unstressed.. tion — Closed syllable, unstressed.
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Vowel Rule
Each syllable contains at least one vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are maintained unless easily divisible.
Prefix/Suffix Rule
Prefixes and suffixes are typically separated into their own syllables.
Stress-Timing Rule
Syllable duration is adjusted to accommodate stressed syllables.
- Regional variations in the pronunciation of 'self' (e.g., /sɛl/).
- The '-tion' suffix consistently attracts stress in English nouns.
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