beleggingsmaatschappij
Syllables
be-leggings-maat-schap-pij
Pronunciation
/bəˈlɛɣɪŋs.maːt.ʃɑp.ɛi̯/
Stress
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Morphemes
be- + legg- + -ings
The word 'beleggingsmaatschappij' is a compound noun divided into six syllables based on Dutch syllabification rules prioritizing open syllables. The primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable 'maat'. The word consists of a prefix, root, and suffix, with a compound noun completing the structure. Regional variations in the pronunciation of 'ij' exist, but do not significantly alter the syllabification.
Definitions
- 1
A company that invests in securities or other assets.
Investment company
“De beleggingsmaatschappij heeft goede resultaten behaald.”
“Hij werkt bij een grote beleggingsmaatschappij.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable 'maat'.
Syllables
be — Open syllable (CV), unstressed.. leg — Open syllable (CV), unstressed.. gings — Closed syllable (CVC), unstressed.. maat — Open syllable (CV), stressed.. schap — Open syllable (CV), unstressed.. pij — Diphthong forming a syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
Similar Words
Open Syllable Preference
Dutch favors open syllables (CV) whenever possible.
Consonant Cluster Allowance
Consonant clusters are permitted at the end of syllables (CVC).
Diphthong Syllabification
Diphthongs can form a syllable on their own.
- Regional variations in the pronunciation of 'ij' (/ɛi/ vs. /ei/)
- Potential weakening of the /ɣ/ sound in some dialects.
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