selfincriminating
Syllables
self-in-crim-i-nat-ing
Pronunciation
/ˌselfɪŋˈkrɪmɪneɪtɪŋ/
Stress
0 1 0 1 0 0
Morphemes
self- + crim- + -inating
The word 'self-incriminating' is divided into six syllables: self-in-crim-i-nat-ing. It consists of the prefix 'self-', the root 'crim-', and the suffix '-inating'. Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable. Syllabification follows standard US English rules based on vowel-consonant and onset-rime divisions.
Definitions
- 1
Tending to prove one's own guilt.
“His testimony was considered self-incriminating.”
“The suspect made several self-incriminating statements.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable (/ˈkrɪmɪneɪt/), and secondary stress on the first syllable (/self/).
Syllables
self — Open syllable, initial syllable.. in — Closed syllable.. crim — Closed syllable.. i — Open syllable, weak vowel.. nat — Open syllable.. ing — Closed syllable, nasal consonant.
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime
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Vowel-Consonant
Syllables are often divided after a vowel followed by a consonant.
Consonant Cluster-Vowel
When a consonant cluster precedes a vowel, the syllable is divided before the vowel.
Vowel Division
Single vowel sounds form their own syllable.
- The combination of the prefix 'self-' and the complex root 'incriminating' creates a longer word, increasing the potential for mis-syllabification.
- The stress pattern is crucial for correct pronunciation.
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