eliteuniversiteiten
Syllables
e-li-te-u-ni-ver-si-tei-ten
Pronunciation
/eˈliːtə ˌy니vərsiˈtɛitən/
Stress
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Morphemes
universiteit + -en
The word 'elite-universiteiten' is a compound noun consisting of 'elite' and 'universiteiten'. Syllabification follows vowel-based division and avoids breaking consonant clusters. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable of each component. The word is derived from Latin and French origins.
Definitions
- 1
Universities considered to be of the highest standard.
Elite universities
“De Nederlandse elite-universiteiten trekken veel internationale studenten aan.”
“Hij studeert aan een van de elite-universiteiten in de Verenigde Staten.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the 'e' in 'elite' and the 'ei' in 'universiteiten', following the penultimate stress rule.
Syllables
e-li-te — Open syllable, stressed, contains a diphthong.. u-ni-ver-si-tei-ten — Multiple syllables, penultimate stress, contains vowel clusters.
Word Parts
Vowel-based Division
Syllables are generally formed around vowel sounds.
Avoid Consonant Clusters
Dutch prefers to avoid breaking up consonant clusters unless they are complex.
Penultimate Stress
Stress typically falls on the penultimate syllable.
Diphthong Preservation
Diphthongs (like 'ei') are generally kept within a single syllable.
- Compound noun structure.
- Regional variations in pronunciation of vowels and consonants.
- Potential voicing of 't' between vowels.
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