unlexicographical
Syllables
un-lex-i-co-graph-i-cal
Pronunciation
/ʌnˌlɛksɪkəˈɡræfɪkəl/
Stress
0000001
Morphemes
un- + lexico- + -graphical
The word 'unlexicographical' is divided into seven syllables: un-lex-i-co-graph-i-cal. It consists of the prefix 'un-', the root 'lexico-', and the suffix '-graphical'. The primary stress falls on the final syllable ('cal'). Syllable division follows standard English vowel and consonant cluster rules.
Definitions
- 1
Not relating to or characteristic of the arrangement of words in dictionary order.
“The data was presented in a decidedly unlexicographical manner.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the final syllable ('cal'), the antepenultimate syllable. This is typical for words ending in '-ical'.
Syllables
un — Open syllable, unstressed.. lex — Closed syllable, unstressed.. i — Open syllable, unstressed.. co — Open syllable, unstressed.. graph — Closed syllable, unstressed.. i — Open syllable, unstressed.. cal — Closed syllable, stressed.
Word Parts
Vowel Rule
Each syllable generally contains one vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are split when necessary, but affixes are kept intact.
Prefix/Suffix Rule
Prefixes and suffixes are treated as separate syllables if they contain a vowel.
- The complex consonant clusters within 'lexicographical' require careful consideration.
- The stress pattern is typical for words ending in '-ical', but variations can occur in different dialects.
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