selfexamination
Syllables
self-ex-am-i-na-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌselfɪɡˌzæmɪˈneɪʃən/
Stress
0 1 0 0 1 0
Morphemes
self + exam + ination
The word 'self-examination' is a six-syllable noun divided as self-ex-am-i-na-tion, with primary stress on '-na-'. Syllabification follows standard English vowel-consonant rules, considering its morphemic structure (prefix 'self-', root 'exam-', suffix '-ination').
Definitions
- 1
The act of introspectively examining one's own thoughts, feelings, and character.
“Regular self-examination is crucial for personal growth.”
“The therapist encouraged a period of self-examination.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('-na-'). Secondary stress falls on 'self'.
Syllables
self — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant blend.. ex — Closed syllable, ending in a consonant.. am — Closed syllable, ending in a consonant.. i — Open syllable, single vowel.. na — Open syllable, containing a vowel.. tion — Closed syllable, ending in a consonant.
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Vowel-Consonant
Syllables are often divided after a vowel when followed by a consonant.
Consonant-Vowel-Consonant
Syllables are often divided before and after a vowel when surrounded by consonants.
Vowel
Single vowels often form their own syllable.
- The compound nature of the word (prefix + root + suffix) requires careful consideration of morphemic boundaries.
- The schwa sound /ə/ in 'na' is common in unstressed syllables.
- Regional variations in pronunciation might slightly alter the perceived syllable boundaries, but the core division remains consistent.
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