selfexaggerated
Syllables
self-ex-ag-ger-a-ted
Pronunciation
/ˌselfɪɡˈzædʒəreɪtɪd/
Stress
010101
Morphemes
self + agger + ate
The word 'self-exaggerated' is divided into six syllables: self-ex-ag-ger-a-ted. It features a primary stress on the third syllable ('ger') and a secondary stress on the first ('self'). The word is morphologically complex, built from a prefix, root, and suffixes. Syllable division follows standard US English rules based on vowel sounds and consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
Characterized by an excessive or boastful representation of oneself or one's achievements.
“His self-exaggerated stories were hard to believe.”
“She had a self-exaggerated sense of importance.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('ger'). Secondary stress on the first syllable ('self').
Syllables
self — Open syllable, initial syllable. ex — Closed syllable. ag — Closed syllable. ger — Closed syllable. a — Open, unstressed syllable. ted — Closed syllable
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime
Dividing syllables based on the consonant onset and vowel-rich rime.
Vowel Division
Each vowel sound generally forms a syllable.
Consonant Cluster Division
Consonant clusters are often split to create syllables.
CVC
Syllables following a Consonant-Vowel-Consonant pattern are typically divided between the vowel and the consonants.
- The compound nature of the word and the presence of multiple affixes require careful consideration of morphemic boundaries.
- The pronunciation of 'ex' as a single syllable is a common variation.
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