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Words with Root “edel-” in Dutch
Browse Dutch words sharing the root “edel-”, complete with pronunciations, syllable breakdowns, and linguistic insights.
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edel- Germanic origin, relating to refinement or nobility.
veredelingsbedrijven
7 syllables20 letters
ve·re·de·lings·be·drij·ven
/və.rə.dəˈlɪŋs.bə.drɛi̯.vən/
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The Dutch word 'veredelingsbedrijven' is a compound noun meaning 'breeding companies'. It is syllabified as ve-re-de-lings-be-drij-ven, with primary stress on 'lings'. The syllabification follows Dutch rules prioritizing open syllables and maximizing onsets. The word's morphemic structure reveals Germanic origins and a process of nominalization.