eerstelijnsgezondheidszorg
Syllables
eerste-lijns-ge-zond-heids-zorg
Pronunciation
/ˈeːrstəˌlɛin̯sɣəˈzɔndɦɛitsˈzɔrɣ/
Stress
010010
Morphemes
eerste + lijn + heids
The word 'eerstelijnsgezondheidszorg' is a compound noun divided into six syllables: eerste-lijns-ge-zond-heids-zorg. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('heids'). Syllabification follows Dutch rules prioritizing open syllables and avoiding consonant cluster splits. The word is composed of several morphemes indicating 'first line of care'.
Definitions
- 1
Primary healthcare; the first point of contact for patients within the healthcare system.
Primary healthcare
“De eerstelijnsgezondheidszorg is overbelast.”
“Patiënten wenden zich tot de eerstelijnsgezondheidszorg voor hun eerste klachten.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('heids'). Dutch generally stresses the penultimate syllable.
Syllables
eerste — Open syllable, stressed.. lijns — Open syllable, unstressed.. ge- — Closed syllable, unstressed.. zond — Open syllable, unstressed.. heids — Closed syllable, primary stress.. zorg — Open syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
Open Syllable Preference
Dutch favors syllables ending in vowels. Syllable divisions are made to create as many open syllables as possible.
Consonant Cluster Avoidance
Consonant clusters are generally not broken up unless absolutely necessary to create a pronounceable syllable.
- The 'ge-' prefix is a common feature in Dutch noun formation and doesn't significantly alter syllabification rules.
- The 'rs' cluster is a common Dutch sound and is treated as a single unit within a syllable.
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