selfopinionative
Syllables
self-op-in-ion-a-tive
Pronunciation
/ˌself.əˈpɪn.jə.nə.tɪv/
Stress
100101
Morphemes
self + opinion + ative
Self-opinionative is a six-syllable adjective with primary stress on the fourth syllable. It's morphologically complex, built from the prefix 'self-', the root 'opinion', and the suffix '-ative'. Syllable division follows standard English rules based on vowel sounds and consonant closures.
Definitions
- 1
Characterized by having or expressing strong opinions about oneself; conceited.
“He was a rather self-opinionative man who always believed he was right.”
“Her self-opinionative attitude made it difficult to work with her.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('a'). Secondary stress is present on the first syllable ('self').
Syllables
self — Open syllable, containing a consonant blend and a vowel.. op — Closed syllable, ending in a consonant.. in — Closed syllable, ending in a nasal consonant.. ion — Open syllable, containing a glide and a vowel.. a — Open syllable, containing a schwa.. tive — Closed syllable, ending in a consonant.
Word Parts
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Vowel Rule
Each vowel sound generally forms a syllable.
Consonant Closure Rule
A consonant typically closes a syllable.
Glide Rule
Glides (like /j/) can be part of a syllable.
- The silent 'e' at the end of 'tive' influences the vowel sound in the preceding syllable.
- The 'ion' sequence is often debated, but functions as a single syllable here due to the vowel sound.
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