worlddiminishing
Syllables
wor-ld-di-mi-nish-ing
Pronunciation
/wɜːrld ˈdɪmɪnɪʃɪŋ/
Stress
001001
Morphemes
world + diminish + ing
The word 'world-diminishing' is divided into six syllables: wor-ld-di-mi-nish-ing. It's a compound adjective formed from 'world' (prefix), 'diminish' (root), and '-ing' (suffix). Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('mi'). Syllable division follows standard vowel-consonant and consonant cluster rules.
Definitions
- 1
Causing or relating to a reduction in the importance or influence of the world or global affairs.
“The rise of nationalism represents a world-diminishing trend.”
“The company's actions had a world-diminishing effect on international trade.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('mi' in 'diminishing').
Syllables
wor — Open syllable, diphthong, potentially reduced 'r' sound.. ld — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. di — Open syllable, short vowel.. mi — Open syllable, short vowel, stressed.. nish — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. ing — Closed syllable, nasal consonant cluster.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Consonant
Syllables are often divided after a vowel when followed by a consonant.
Consonant Clusters
Syllables are divided to avoid separating consonant clusters.
Compound Word Division
Compound words are divided based on the constituent parts.
- Non-rhotic pronunciation of 'r' in 'world' in some dialects.
- Vowel reduction in unstressed syllables.
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