contrastfluistoffen
Syllables
con-trast-flu-i-stof-fen
Pronunciation
/kɔnˈtrɑstˌfluːi̯stɔfən/
Stress
010010
Morphemes
contrast + vloeistof + fen
The word 'contrastvloeistoffen' is a Dutch noun meaning 'contrast fluids'. It is divided into six syllables: con-trast-flu-i-stof-fen, with primary stress on 'stof'. The syllabification follows Dutch rules prioritizing open syllables and maintaining consonant clusters. It consists of the prefix 'contrast', the root 'vloeistof', and the plural suffix 'fen'.
Definitions
- 1
Substances used to enhance the visibility of internal structures during medical imaging.
Contrast fluids/agents
“De arts gebruikte contrastvloeistoffen om de bloedvaten te visualiseren.”
“Patiënten moeten soms contrastvloeistoffen drinken voor een CT-scan.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('stof'). The stress pattern is relatively weak but noticeable.
Syllables
con — Open syllable (CV), unstressed.. trast — Closed syllable (CVC), unstressed.. flu — Open syllable (CV), unstressed.. i — Open syllable (V), unstressed.. stof — Closed syllable (CVC), primary stressed.. fen — Open syllable (CV), unstressed.
Word Parts
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Maximize Open Syllables
Dutch syllabification prioritizes creating open syllables (CV structure) whenever possible.
Consonant Cluster Maintenance
Consonant clusters are generally maintained unless breaking them results in a more natural syllable structure.
Single Vowel Syllable
Single vowels form their own syllable.
- The word is a common compound in Dutch medical terminology, and the syllabification is standard.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation might exist but won't significantly alter the syllabification.
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