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celibaatsverplichting

Complete linguistic analysis including syllable division, pronunciation, morphology, and definitions.

6 syllables
21 characters
Dutch
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6syllables

celibaatsverplichting

Linguistic Analysis

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

noun
  1. 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

6
ce/sɛ/
li/li/
baats/baːts/
ver/fər/
plicht/plɪxt/
ing/ɪŋ/

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.

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.
Analysis by gemma3:27b · 6/8/2025

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