elektriciteitskabel
Syllables
e-lek-tri-ci-teits-ka-bel
Pronunciation
/ɛlɛktriˈsɛitskaːbəl/
Stress
010000
Morphemes
elektri + citeits + kabel
The word 'elektriciteitskabel' is a compound noun divided into seven syllables (e-lek-tri-ci-teits-ka-bel) with stress on the second syllable ('ci'). It consists of the prefix 'elektri', the root 'citeits', and the suffix 'kabel'. Syllabification follows Dutch rules favoring open syllables and penultimate stress.
Definitions
- 1
A cable used for conducting electricity.
Electricity cable
“De elektriciteitskabel is beschadigd.”
“We moeten een nieuwe elektriciteitskabel leggen.”
syn:stroomkabel
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('ci') according to Dutch penultimate stress rules.
Syllables
e-lek-tri — Open syllable, initial syllable, contains a diphthong.. ci-teits — Stressed syllable, contains a diphthong.. ka-bel — Open syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
Similar Words
Open Syllable Preference
Dutch favors syllables ending in vowels. This rule is applied throughout the word.
Consonant Cluster Resolution
Consonant clusters are kept together unless they are exceptionally difficult to pronounce.
Penultimate Stress
Primary stress falls on the second-to-last syllable.
- The '-citeits-' portion is a complex morphological unit requiring careful syllabification.
- The 'ei' diphthong is a common feature of Dutch and requires accurate transcription.
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