seminonflammable
Syllables
se-mi-non-flam-ma-ble
Pronunciation
/ˌsɛmiˌnɒnflæməbl̩/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
semi- + non-flamm- + -able
The word 'seminonflammable' is divided into six syllables: se-mi-non-flam-ma-ble. It features Latin-derived prefixes and a suffix, with primary stress on the fourth syllable ('flam'). Its complex structure and infrequent use contribute to potential pronunciation variations.
Definitions
- 1
Slightly or partially nonflammable; capable of resisting fire to a limited extent.
“The material was treated to be seminonflammable, offering some protection against accidental fires.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('flam'). The other syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
se — Open, unstressed syllable.. mi — Open, unstressed syllable.. non — Closed, unstressed syllable.. flam — Closed, primary stressed syllable.. ma — Open, unstressed syllable.. ble — Closed, unstressed syllable.
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Syllable-Final Consonant
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- The word's unusual construction and infrequent use make it prone to mispronunciation.
- The 'n' between the prefixes is a notable feature.
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