selfsustentation
Syllables
self-sus-ten-ta-tion
Pronunciation
/ˌselfsʌstəˈneɪʃən/
Stress
01011
Morphemes
self + sustain + tion
The word 'self-sustentation' is divided into five syllables: self-sus-ten-ta-tion. It consists of the prefix 'self-', the root 'sustain', and the suffix '-tion'. Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('ta'). Syllabification follows standard English rules of onset-rime division and vowel presence.
Definitions
- 1
The ability to maintain or support oneself, often financially or emotionally.
“Her self-sustentation was a testament to her hard work and determination.”
“The program aims to promote self-sustentation among newly arrived immigrants.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('ta'). Secondary stress on the first syllable ('self').
Syllables
self — Open syllable, initial syllable.. sus — Closed syllable.. ten — Closed syllable.. ta — Open syllable.. tion — Closed syllable, /ʃ/ sound due to 'ti' digraph.
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime
Syllables are divided into an onset (initial consonant(s)) and a rime (vowel and any following consonants).
Vowel Rule
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are generally maintained within a syllable unless they are easily separable based on pronunciation.
- The pronunciation of 'ti' as /ʃ/ before '-ion'.
- The word's length and multiple morphemes require careful consideration of stress placement.
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