unprodigiousness
Syllables
un-pro-di-gi-ous-ness
Pronunciation
/ʌnˈprɒdɪdʒiəs.nəs/
Stress
000100
Morphemes
un- + prodig + -i-ous-ness
The word 'unprodigiousness' is divided into six syllables: un-pro-di-gi-ous-ness. The primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('gi'). It's a noun formed from a prefix, Latin root, and multiple suffixes, denoting a lack of extravagance. Syllable division follows rules of maximizing onsets and vowel-consonant separation.
Definitions
- 1
The state or quality of being not prodigal; lack of extravagance or wastefulness.
“Her unprodigiousness allowed her to save a substantial amount of money.”
“The family lived a life of quiet unprodigiousness.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('gi'), following the general rule of penultimate stress in -ness words, but influenced by syllable weight.
Syllables
un — Open syllable, unstressed.. pro — Open syllable, unstressed.. di — Open syllable, unstressed.. gi — Open syllable, stressed.. ous — Open syllable, unstressed.. ness — Open syllable, unstressed.
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Prefix Separation
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- Potential pronunciation of 'gi' as /ɡi/ in some dialects.
- Influence of syllable weight on stress assignment.
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