selfreformation
Syllables
self-re-for-ma-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌself.ri.fɔːrˈmeɪ.ʃən/
Stress
00010
Morphemes
self + form + re-ation
The word 'self-reformation' is divided into five syllables: self-re-for-ma-tion. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('ma'). The word consists of the prefix 'self-', the root 'form', and the suffix 're-ation'. Syllabification follows standard vowel and consonant cluster rules, with stress influencing syllable prominence.
Definitions
- 1
The act of reforming oneself; improvement of one's own character or behavior.
“His journey of self-reformation was long and arduous.”
“The program aims to facilitate self-reformation among offenders.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('ma'). The first three syllables are unstressed, and the final syllable is also unstressed.
Syllables
self — Open syllable, initial syllable, unstressed.. re — Open syllable, unstressed.. for — Open syllable, unstressed.. ma — Open syllable, primary stressed syllable.. tion — Closed syllable, unstressed.
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Vowel Rule
Syllables are built around vowel sounds; each syllable typically contains one vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are split to maintain pronounceability.
Prefix/Suffix Rule
Prefixes and suffixes often form separate syllables.
Stress Rule
Stress influences syllable prominence and can affect vowel reduction.
- The 'self-' prefix is a compound word element, and its integration into the overall syllable count is standard.
- The vowel sounds in 'reformation' are relatively straightforward and don't present unusual syllabification challenges.
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