uncharacteristic
Syllables
un-char-ac-ter-is-tic
Pronunciation
/ʌnˌkærəktəˈrɪstɪk/
Stress
000101
Morphemes
un- + character + -istic
The word 'uncharacteristic' is divided into six syllables: un-char-ac-ter-is-tic, with primary stress on the final syllable. It's composed of the prefix 'un-', the root 'character', and the suffix '-istic'. Syllabification follows standard VCV rules and onset maximization principles.
Definitions
- 1
Not typical of a particular person, thing, or situation.
“His uncharacteristic outburst surprised everyone.”
“The weather was uncharacteristic for this time of year.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the sixth syllable ('tic'). The stress pattern is typical for adjectives with the '-istic' suffix.
Syllables
un — Open syllable, weak stress.. char — Closed syllable, weak stress.. ac — Open syllable, weak stress.. ter — Closed syllable, weak stress.. is — Closed syllable, weak stress.. tic — Closed syllable, strong stress.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Consonant-Vowel (VCV)
Syllables are generally divided between vowels.
Onset Maximization
Consonants are assigned to the following vowel to create a valid onset.
Suffix Division
Suffixes are typically separated into their own syllables.
- The 'cter' consonant cluster requires careful consideration, but the division 'ter' is justified by the principle of maximizing onsets.
- Regional variations in vowel quality or stress placement may exist, but are unlikely to significantly alter the syllable division.
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