heffingsgrondslagen
Syllables
hef-fings-grond-sla-gen
Pronunciation
/ˈhɛfɪŋsɣrɔntslɑɣə(n)/
Stress
01000
Morphemes
heffing + grondslag + -en
The word 'heffingsgrondslagen' is a Dutch compound noun with five syllables: hef-fings-grond-sla-gen. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('sla'). Syllabification follows Dutch rules prioritizing open syllables and avoiding unnecessary consonant cluster breaks. It consists of the prefix 'heffing', the root 'grondslag', and the plural suffix '-en'.
Definitions
- 1
The bases for assessment, particularly in taxation.
Assessment bases, tax bases, levy bases
“De overheid heeft de heffingsgrondslagen aangepast.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('sla'). Dutch typically stresses the penultimate syllable in compound words.
Syllables
hef — Open syllable, initial syllable.. fings — Closed syllable, contains a consonant cluster.. grond — Closed syllable, root of the word.. sla — Open syllable, stressed syllable.. gen — Closed syllable, plural marker.
Word Parts
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Consonant Cluster Rule
Dutch avoids breaking up consonant clusters unless they are exceptionally long or difficult to pronounce. Applied in 'heffings' and 'grondslagen'.
Open Syllable Preference
Dutch favors creating open syllables (ending in a vowel). Influences the division between vowels.
Compound Word Syllabification
Compound words are syllabified as if they were separate words joined together, respecting the rules above.
- Regional variations in the pronunciation of the 'g' sound (/ɣ/ or /x/).
- The final '-en' is a common plural marker and is always a separate syllable.
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