rationalisations
Syllables
ra-tio-na-li-sa-tions
Pronunciation
/ʁa.sjɔ.na.li.za.sjɔ̃/
Stress
000101
Morphemes
ra + tion + nalisations
The word 'rationalisations' is divided into six syllables: ra-tio-na-li-sa-tions. It's a noun derived from Latin roots, with primary stress on the final syllable and a secondary stress on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows vowel-based rules common in French.
Definitions
- 1
The act of attempting to find rational explanations or justifications for beliefs or actions, often in a self-deceptive way.
Rationalizations
“Ses rationalisations étaient pathétiques.”
“Il a recours à des rationalisations pour justifier son comportement.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress on the final syllable '-tions', secondary stress on '-li-'. French stress is typically on the last syllable.
Syllables
ra — Open syllable, initial syllable.. tio — Open syllable, contains a semi-vowel.. na — Open syllable.. li — Open syllable, secondary stress.. sa — Open syllable.. tions — Closed syllable, final syllable, primary stress, nasal vowel.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Based Syllabification
Each vowel sound forms the nucleus of a syllable.
Consonant Cluster Handling
Consonant clusters are kept together unless they are complex.
Final Consonant Rule
Final consonants are typically part of the preceding syllable.
- The pronunciation of the nasal vowel /ɔ̃/ in the final syllable can vary slightly.
- The word's length and complexity necessitate a secondary stress on the penultimate syllable.
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