selfincrimination
Syllables
self-in-cri-mi-na-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌselfɪŋkrɪmɪˈneɪʃən/
Stress
0 1 0 0 1 0
Morphemes
self + crim + in-ation
The word 'self-incrimination' is divided into six syllables: self-in-cri-mi-na-tion. It's a noun with Latin and Old English roots, primarily stressed on the penultimate syllable. Syllable division follows standard vowel-consonant and onset-rime rules.
Definitions
- 1
The act of exposing oneself to the possibility of criminal prosecution.
“The suspect refused to answer questions, fearing self-incrimination.”
“The Fifth Amendment protects citizens from self-incrimination.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('na'), and secondary stress falls on the first syllable ('self').
Syllables
self — Open syllable, initial syllable.. in — Closed syllable.. cri — Open syllable.. mi — Open syllable.. na — Open syllable.. tion — Closed syllable.
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime
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Vowel-Consonant
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Consonant-Vowel
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- The stress pattern is crucial for correct pronunciation and understanding.
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