derdelijnsinstelling
Syllables
der-de-lijns-in-stel-ling
Pronunciation
/dəɾˈdɛlɛɪ̯nsɪnˈstɛlɪŋ/
Stress
000011
Morphemes
derde + lijns + instelling
The word 'derdelijnsinstelling' is a Dutch compound noun meaning 'third-line institution'. It is divided into six syllables: der-de-lijns-in-stel-ling, with primary stress on the penultimate syllable ('ling'). The word is formed from the prefix 'derde', the root 'lijns', and the suffix 'instelling'. Syllabification follows Dutch rules favoring open syllables and avoiding breaking up consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
An institution providing specialized care or services, typically after initial levels of care have been provided (e.g., a specialized hospital or rehabilitation center).
Third-line institution
“De patiënt werd doorverwezen naar een derdelijnsinstelling voor verdere behandeling.”
“Deze derdelijnsinstelling staat bekend om haar expertise op het gebied van zeldzame aandoeningen.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('ling'). Dutch stress is generally weak, but the penultimate syllable is favored in compound words.
Syllables
der — Open syllable, unstressed.. de — Open syllable, unstressed.. lijns — Closed syllable, unstressed.. in — Open syllable, unstressed.. stel — Closed syllable, stressed.. ling — Closed syllable, primary stress.
Word Parts
Open Syllable Preference
Dutch favors creating open syllables whenever possible.
Consonant Cluster Avoidance
Consonant clusters are generally kept together unless they are complex.
Compound Word Stress
In compound words, the stress typically falls on the penultimate syllable.
- The compound nature of the word is the primary consideration.
- Dutch compound words are often treated as single units for stress assignment.
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