handelsvoorlichting
Syllables
han-dels-voor-lich-ting
Pronunciation
/ˈɦɑndəlsfɔrˈlɪxtɪŋ/
Stress
01001
Morphemes
handels + voor + lichting
The word 'handelsvoorlichting' is a compound noun divided into five syllables: han-dels-voor-lich-ting. Stress falls on the second syllable ('dels'). The syllabification follows vowel-based division, consonant cluster maintenance, and compound word rules. It consists of the morphemes 'handels' (trade), 'voor' (for), and 'lichting' (information).
Definitions
- 1
Information or guidance relating to trade or commerce.
Trade information, commercial guidance.
“De kamer van koophandel biedt gratis handelsvoorlichting.”
“Hij zocht handelsvoorlichting over de export van goederen.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('dels'). The stress is relatively weak but noticeable. The final syllable also receives some emphasis.
Syllables
han — Open syllable, initial syllable, contains a short vowel.. dels — Closed syllable, contains a short vowel and a final consonant cluster.. voor — Open syllable, contains a short vowel.. lich — Closed syllable, contains a short vowel and a final consonant.. ting — Closed syllable, contains a short vowel and a final consonant cluster.
Word Parts
Vowel-Based Division
Syllables are formed around vowel sounds.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are maintained within a syllable to avoid single-consonant syllables.
Digraph Rule
Digraphs (like 'oo') are not split across syllable boundaries.
Compound Word Rule
Compound words are divided based on the individual morphemes.
- The 'g' at the end of 'voorlichting' is a velar fricative.
- Dutch syllabification avoids leaving a single consonant at the beginning of a syllable, influencing the division between 'handels' and 'voor'.
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