selfdisparaging
Syllables
self-dis-par-a-ging
Pronunciation
/ˌself dɪˈspærɪndʒɪŋ/
Stress
10100
Morphemes
self- + dis-par + -aging
The word 'self-disparaging' is divided into five syllables: self-dis-par-a-ging. It features a compound prefix, a Latin-derived root, and an English suffix. Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('a'). The syllabification follows standard English onset-rime division rules, with consideration for schwa reduction in the unstressed syllable.
Definitions
- 1
Having or showing a tendency to belittle or undervalue oneself; lacking self-confidence.
“He made a self-disparaging remark about his own abilities.”
“Her self-disparaging humor often masked a deep insecurity.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('a'). Secondary stress is present on the first syllable ('self').
Syllables
self — Open syllable, initial syllable.. dis — Open syllable.. par — Open syllable.. a — Weak, unstressed syllable.. ging — Closed syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime Division
Syllables are divided based on the onset (initial consonant sound(s)) and rime (vowel and any following consonants).
Vowel Nucleus Rule
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound, which serves as the nucleus.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters can be part of either the onset or the rime, depending on the phonotactic rules of English.
- The compound prefix 'self-dis-' requires careful consideration.
- Schwa reduction in the 'a' syllable is common in unstressed syllables.
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