selfmortification
Syllables
self-mor-ti-fi-ca-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌselfmɔːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Stress
010011
Morphemes
self + mort + ification
Self-mortification is a six-syllable word (self-mor-ti-fi-ca-tion) with primary stress on 'ca'. It's formed from the prefix 'self-', root 'mort-', and suffix '-ification'. Syllabification follows standard US English rules, prioritizing maximizing onsets and vowel-consonant divisions.
Definitions
- 1
The act of inflicting pain or suffering on oneself, typically for religious or disciplinary reasons.
“The monk practiced self-mortification as a form of spiritual discipline.”
“Her self-mortification stemmed from deep feelings of guilt.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('ca'), and secondary stress on the first syllable ('self').
Syllables
self — Open syllable, initial stress. mor — Closed syllable. ti — Open syllable. fi — Open syllable. ca — Open syllable. tion — Closed syllable
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime Division
Dividing syllables based on the onset (initial consonant sound) and rime (vowel and following consonants).
Vowel-Consonant Division
When a vowel is followed by a consonant, the syllable is typically divided before the consonant.
Maximizing Onsets
Attempting to create syllables with consonants as onsets whenever possible.
- The prefix 'self-' is often treated as a single morpheme and syllable.
- The '-ification' suffix is a complex suffix that requires careful consideration of its internal structure.
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