uncontradictably
Syllables
un-con-tra-dict-a-bly
Pronunciation
/ʌnˌkɑn.trəˈdɪk.tə.bli/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
un- + contradict + -ably
The word 'uncontradictably' is divided into six syllables: un-con-tra-dict-a-bly. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('dict'). It is formed from the prefix 'un-', the root 'contradict', and the suffix '-ably'. Syllabification follows standard English rules based on vowel and consonant patterns.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner that cannot be contradicted; unequivocally.
“He stated uncontradictably that he was innocent.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('dict'). The stress pattern is typical for words of this length and origin.
Syllables
un — Open syllable, unstressed.. con — Open syllable, unstressed.. tra — Open syllable, unstressed.. dict — Closed syllable, primary stressed.. a — Open syllable, unstressed.. bly — Closed syllable, unstressed.
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Open Syllable Rule
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Closed Syllable Rule
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Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are generally kept together within a syllable.
- The length of the word and the presence of multiple morphemes make syllabification slightly complex.
- Potential for alternative analysis of 'dicta' as a diphthong, but standard syllabification prevails.
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