selfresourceful
Syllables
self-re-source-ful
Pronunciation
/ˌsɛlf rɪˈsɔːrsfəl/
Stress
0 1 1 0
Morphemes
self + resource + ful
The word 'self-resourceful' is divided into four syllables: self-re-source-ful. It consists of the prefix 'self-', the root 'resource', and the suffix '-ful'. Primary stress falls on 'source', with potential secondary stress on 'self'. Syllabification follows vowel-consonant and consonant cluster rules, considering the word's compound structure.
Definitions
- 1
Able to deal with problems or difficulties by oneself; independent and capable.
“She was a remarkably self-resourceful young woman who managed to build a successful business from scratch.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('source'). Secondary stress may be present on the first syllable ('self').
Syllables
self — Closed syllable, initial consonant cluster.. re — Open syllable.. source — Closed syllable, diphthong.. ful — Closed syllable.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Following Consonant Rule
A vowel followed by a consonant generally forms a syllable.
Consonant Cluster Syllabification
Consonant clusters are maintained within a syllable unless they create an overly complex onset.
Compound Word Syllabification
Compound words are divided based on morphemic boundaries and pronunciation.
- Potential elision of 're-' prefix in rapid speech.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation.
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