selfcondemnatory
Syllables
self-con-dem-na-to-ry
Pronunciation
/ˌself.kənˈdem.nə.tɔː.ri/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
self + condemn + atory
The word 'self-condemnatory' is divided into six syllables: self-con-dem-na-to-ry. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('na'). It consists of the prefix 'self-', the root 'condemn', and the suffix '-atory'. Syllabification follows standard vowel-consonant and onset-rime division rules.
Definitions
- 1
Expressing or involving condemnation of oneself; characterized by self-reproach.
“His self-condemnatory remarks revealed a deep sense of guilt.”
“She adopted a self-condemnatory tone when discussing her past mistakes.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('na'). The stress pattern is typical of words with Latinate suffixes and an initial prefix.
Syllables
self — Open syllable, initial syllable. con — Closed syllable. dem — Closed syllable. na — Stressed, open syllable. to — Open syllable. ry — Closed syllable
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime
Syllables are divided into an onset (initial consonant sound(s)) and a rime (vowel and any following consonants).
Vowel-Consonant
Syllables are often divided after a vowel, especially when followed by a consonant.
Stress Placement
Stress is determined by morphological structure and phonological weight.
- The prefix 'self-' is often treated as a separate syllable.
- The '-atory' suffix can be complex, but the vowel-consonant division rule consistently applies.
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