gespreksbehandeling
Syllables
ge-spreks-be-han-de-ling
Pronunciation
/ɣəˈsprɛksbəɦɑndələŋ/
Stress
011000
Morphemes
ge- + spreks- + -handeling
The word 'gespreksbehandeling' is a Dutch compound noun divided into six syllables: ge-spreks-be-han-de-ling. The primary stress falls on the 'be-' syllable. The syllabification follows Dutch rules prioritizing open syllables and separating morphemes. It means 'discussion handling' and is a common term in Dutch.
Definitions
- 1
The process or manner of handling a discussion or conversation.
Discussion handling, conversation treatment
“De gespreksbehandeling verliep stroef.”
“Een goede gespreksbehandeling is essentieel.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('be-'), following the general Dutch rule of penultimate stress.
Syllables
ge — Closed syllable, unstressed. Contains a schwa vowel.. spreks — Closed syllable, stressed. Contains a short 'e' vowel.. be — Open syllable, stressed. Contains a schwa vowel.. han — Open syllable, unstressed. Contains a long 'a' vowel.. de — Open syllable, unstressed. Contains a schwa vowel.. ling — Closed syllable, unstressed. Contains a short 'i' vowel.
Word Parts
Open Syllable Preference
Dutch prioritizes creating open syllables (ending in a vowel) whenever possible.
Consonant Cluster Division
Consonant clusters are divided based on pronounceability.
Prefix/Suffix Separation
Prefixes and suffixes are generally treated as separate syllables.
- The interfix '-be-' plays a crucial role in the syllabification of compound words.
- Regional variations in the pronunciation of the 'g' sound ( /ɣ/ or /x/ ) do not affect the syllable division.
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