selfperpetuation
Syllables
self-per-pe-tu-a-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌselfpɜrpɛtjuˈeɪʃən/
Stress
000010
Morphemes
self + perpet + uation
The word 'self-perpetuation' is divided into six syllables: self-per-pe-tu-a-tion. The primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('a'). It's a noun formed from a prefix, root, and suffix, with a typical English stress-timed rhythm and penultimate stress pattern for words ending in '-tion'.
Definitions
- 1
The continuation or renewal of something indefinitely; the quality of lasting forever.
“The self-perpetuation of the myth was ensured by constant retelling.”
“The organization focused on the self-perpetuation of its values.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('a'), following the penultimate stress rule for words ending in '-tion'.
Syllables
self — Open syllable, unstressed.. per — Open syllable, unstressed.. pe — Open syllable, unstressed.. tu — Open syllable, unstressed.. a — Open syllable, stressed.. tion — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
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Onset Rule
Consonant clusters at the beginning of syllables are maintained.
Coda Rule
Consonant clusters at the end of syllables are allowed.
Vowel Rule
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Stress-Timing Rule
Syllables are adjusted in duration to accommodate stressed syllables.
Penultimate Stress Rule
Stress typically falls on the syllable before the '-tion' suffix.
- The 'self-' prefix is often treated as a separate syllable.
- Vowel reduction in unstressed syllables is common.
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