selfexplanation
Syllables
self-ex-plan-a-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌselfɪkspləˈneɪʃən/
Stress
00101
Morphemes
self + explain + ation
Self-explanation is a five-syllable noun with primary stress on the third syllable. It's formed from the prefix 'self-', the root 'explain', and the suffix '-ation'. Syllabification follows standard English rules based on vowel-consonant boundaries and consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
The act of providing a clear and detailed account of something, often without needing external assistance.
“The artist's statement offered a valuable self-explanation of his work.”
“The software provides a self-explanation feature to guide new users.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('a'). The stress pattern is typical for words ending in '-ation'.
Syllables
self — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant blend.. ex — Closed syllable, ending in a consonant blend.. plan — Closed syllable, ending in a consonant.. a — Open syllable, containing a schwa.. tion — Closed syllable, ending in a consonant.
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- The compound nature of the word requires careful consideration of the prefix's influence on stress.
- Regional variations in pronunciation might slightly alter the vowel sounds, but the syllabification remains consistent.
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