singlemindedness
Syllables
sin-gle-mind-ed-ness
Pronunciation
/ˈsɪŋɡəlˌmaɪndɪdnəs/
Stress
01001
Morphemes
single- + mind + -edness
The word 'single-mindedness' is a five-syllable noun with primary stress on 'mind'. It's formed from the prefix 'single-', root 'mind', and suffixes '-ed' and '-ness'. Syllabification follows standard English rules based on vowel-consonant patterns and suffix separation.
Definitions
- 1
The quality of being resolutely determined and focused on a single purpose; unwavering dedication.
“Her single-mindedness allowed her to overcome all obstacles.”
“His single-mindedness in pursuing his goals was admirable.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable, 'mind'. The first and fourth syllables are unstressed, while the second and fifth are secondary stressed.
Syllables
sin — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. gle — Closed syllable, consonant cluster followed by vowel.. mind — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant cluster.. ed — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. ness — Closed syllable, consonant followed by vowel and consonant.
Word Parts
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VCV Pattern
Vowels tend to separate syllables, creating open syllables.
Consonant Cluster Maintenance
Consonant clusters are generally kept together within a syllable.
Suffix Separation
Suffixes are typically separated into their own syllables.
- Pronunciation of the '-ed' suffix can vary (/t/, /d/, or /ɪd/).
- Regional accents may influence vowel sounds but not syllable division.
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