celibaatsverplichting
Syllables
ce-li-baats-ver-plicht-ing
Pronunciation
/sɛliˈbaːtsfərˈplɪxtɪŋ/
Stress
001010
Morphemes
ge- + celibaat + -sverplichting
The Dutch word 'celibaatsverplichting' is a complex noun formed through compounding and suffixation. Syllabification follows rules prioritizing consonant cluster integrity and clear morpheme boundaries, with primary stress on the antepenultimate syllable ('ver').
Definitions
- 1
The obligation to remain celibate.
Obligation of celibacy
“De kloosterling nam de celibaatsverplichting serieus.”
“De kerk eist de celibaatsverplichting van haar priesters.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the antepenultimate syllable ('ver').
Syllables
ce — Open syllable, initial syllable.. li — Open syllable.. baats — Closed syllable, containing a long vowel.. ver — Closed syllable, prefix.. plicht — Closed syllable.. ing — Closed syllable, suffix.
Word Parts
Consonant Clusters
Consonant clusters are generally kept together within a syllable.
Prefix/Suffix Attachment
Prefixes and suffixes are often treated as separate syllables.
Vowel Groups
Vowel groups are separated based on sonority.
- The compound nature of the word.
- The 'ts' cluster is a common and stable unit in Dutch phonology.
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