selfsubsistence
The word 'self-subsistence' is divided into four syllables: self-sub-sis-tence. It comprises the prefix 'self-', root 'sist-', and suffix '-ence'. Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('sis'). Syllabification follows vowel-consonant and consonant cluster rules, typical of English.
Definitions
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The state of being able to provide for one's own needs without the help of others; independence in living.
“The pioneers valued self-subsistence above all else.”
“Her goal was to achieve complete self-subsistence on her farm.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('sis'). Secondary stress on the first syllable ('self').
Syllables
self — Open syllable, stressed.. sub — Open syllable, unstressed.. sis — Closed syllable, stressed.. tence — Closed syllable, unstressed.
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Vowel-Consonant Rule
Syllables are typically divided after vowels.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are generally kept together within a syllable.
Stress-Timing Rule
English is a stress-timed language, influencing syllable prominence.
- The hyphenated 'self-' is a common prefix and doesn't alter standard syllabification.
- The interfix 'sub-' is treated as part of the root for syllabification purposes.
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