buitenfunctiestelling
Syllables
bui-ten-func-tie-stel-ling
Pronunciation
/ˈbœytə(n)fʏŋksieˈstɛlɪŋ/
Stress
001011
Morphemes
buiten- + functie- + -stelling
The word *buitenfunctiestelling* is a complex Dutch noun divided into six syllables: bui-ten-func-tie-stel-ling. It consists of the prefix *buiten-*, the root *functie-*, and the suffix *-stelling*. The primary stress falls on the third syllable (*functie*). Syllabification follows standard Dutch rules based on vowel nuclei and consonant cluster maintenance.
Definitions
- 1
The act of placing someone in a position outside of their regular function, often a temporary or investigative measure.
Suspension from duties, temporary reassignment.
“De *buitenfunctiestelling* van de directeur werd aangekondigd na de beschuldigingen.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable (*functie*). Dutch stress is generally on the first syllable, but can shift due to morphological complexity.
Syllables
bui- — Open syllable, vowel nucleus.. -ten — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. -func- — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. -tie — Open syllable, vowel nucleus.. -stel- — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. -ling — Closed syllable, vowel nucleus.
Word Parts
Vowel Nucleus Rule
Syllables are formed around vowel nuclei.
Consonant Cluster Maintenance
Consonant clusters are generally maintained within a syllable if possible.
- Potential for syllabifying 'n' in *buiten* separately, but common practice is to include it with the preceding vowel.
- The 'st' cluster is a common initial consonant cluster and doesn't pose a significant challenge.
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