unselfindulgent
Syllables
un-self-in-dul-gent
Pronunciation
/ʌnˈsɛlfɪnˈdʌldʒənt/
Stress
00100
Morphemes
un- + self-indulge + -ent
The word 'unself-indulgent' is divided into five syllables: un-self-in-dul-gent. It consists of the prefix 'un-', the roots 'self' and 'indulge', and the suffix '-ent'. The primary stress falls on the third syllable ('dul'). Syllabification follows standard English rules based on vowel-consonant patterns, with vowel reduction occurring in unstressed syllables.
Definitions
- 1
Not allowing oneself to enjoy pleasures; self-disciplined.
“He led an unself-indulgent life, dedicated to his work.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('dul'). The first, second, fourth, and fifth syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
un — Open syllable, unstressed.. self — Closed syllable, unstressed.. in — Closed syllable, unstressed.. dul — Closed syllable, stressed.. gent — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Consonant-Silent E Rule
Applied to the 'un' syllable, though without a silent 'e', it follows the pattern of a short vowel followed by a consonant.
Consonant-Vowel Rule
Applied to the 'in' syllable, where a consonant is followed by a vowel.
Consonant-Vowel-Consonant Rule
Applied to 'self', 'dul', and 'gent' syllables, where a consonant is followed by a vowel and then another consonant.
- Multiple morphemes contribute to the word's complexity.
- Vowel reduction in unstressed syllables is a common feature of English pronunciation.
- Potential for slight vowel variations in regional dialects.
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