achterstandscholen
Syllables
ach-ter-stand-scholen
Pronunciation
/ˈɑxtərˌstɑntsxoːlə(n)/
Stress
0100
Morphemes
achter + stand + scholen
The word 'achterstandsscholen' is a Dutch compound noun divided into four syllables: ach-ter-stand-scholen. The primary stress falls on 'stand'. It consists of a prefix 'achter-', root 'stand', and suffix 'scholen'. Syllabification follows the onset-rime structure, with stress placement influenced by syllable weight.
Definitions
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Schools specifically designed for students who are experiencing learning difficulties or are behind in their education.
Schools for students with learning difficulties
“De achterstandsscholen in deze regio zijn overbelast.”
“Hij ging naar een achterstandsschool om zijn achterstand in te halen.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('stand'). The other syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
ach — Open syllable, onset 'ɑ', rime 'x'. ter — Open syllable, onset 't', rime 'ər'. stand — Closed syllable, onset 'st', rime 'ɑnt', primary stress. scholen — Closed syllable, onset 'sx', rime 'oːlə(n)'
Word Parts
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Onset-Rime Structure
Syllables are formed based on the onset (initial consonant(s)) and rime (vowel and following consonants).
Stress Placement
In Dutch, stress often falls on the penultimate syllable, especially in compounds.
- The 'ch' digraph can have different pronunciations.
- Final 'n' in 'scholen' can be elided in rapid speech.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may occur.
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