selfengrossment
The word 'self-engrossment' is divided into four syllables: self-en-gross-ment. It features a prefix 'self-', a root 'gross-', and a suffix '-ment'. Primary stress falls on 'gross', with secondary stress on 'self'. The syllabification follows standard vowel and consonant cluster rules, with consideration for the historical 'en-' prefix.
Definitions
- 1
The state of being completely preoccupied with oneself and one's affairs; excessive self-absorption.
“His self-engrossment prevented him from noticing the needs of others.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('gross'). Secondary stress on the first syllable ('self').
Syllables
self — Open syllable, primary stressed.. en — Open syllable, unstressed.. gross — Closed syllable, primary stressed.. ment — Closed syllable, unstressed.
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Vowel Rule
Syllables are built around vowel sounds; each syllable contains at least one vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are split based on sonority.
Prefix/Suffix Rule
Prefixes and suffixes generally form separate syllables.
Stress Rule
Stress influences syllable prominence and vowel reduction.
- The 'en-' within 'engross' is a remnant of an older verbal prefix.
- The 'lf' cluster in 'self' is a common but potentially challenging syllable onset.
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