hoofdwoordencatalogus
Syllables
hoofd-woord-en-ca-ta-lo-gus
Pronunciation
/ˈɦɔutʋɔrdənkɑtaˈloɣʏs/
Stress
0001001
Morphemes
hoofd + woord + catalogus
The word 'hoofdwoordencatalogus' is a Dutch compound noun divided into seven syllables: hoofd-woord-en-ca-ta-lo-gus. It consists of the prefix 'hoofd', the root 'woord', the connecting element 'en', and the root 'catalogus'. Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows the principle of maximizing open syllables and avoiding unnecessary consonant cluster breaks.
Definitions
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A catalogue of key words; a glossary of important terms.
Headword catalogue
“De bibliotheek heeft een uitgebreide hoofdwoordencatalogus.”
“Raadpleeg de hoofdwoordencatalogus voor de definitie van dit concept.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('lo' in 'catalogus'). Dutch compound words often exhibit stress towards the end of the compound.
Syllables
hoofd — Open syllable, containing a diphthong. Initial consonant cluster 'h' is pronounced.. woord — Open syllable, containing a vowel and a voiced consonant.. en — Open syllable, functioning as a connecting element.. ca — Open syllable, beginning of the 'catalogus' root.. ta — Open syllable, part of the 'catalogus' root.. lo — Open syllable, part of the 'catalogus' root.. gus — Closed syllable, ending the 'catalogus' root. Contains a velar fricative.
Word Parts
Similar Words
Maximize Open Syllables
Dutch syllabification prioritizes creating open syllables (CV) whenever possible.
Avoid Breaking Consonant Clusters
Consonant clusters are generally maintained within a single syllable unless they are exceptionally complex.
Compound Word Stress
Stress in Dutch compound words tends to fall on the penultimate syllable, though variations exist.
- The pronunciation of 'h' is often subtle in Dutch, but it is considered a consonant and initiates a syllable.
- The 'g' in 'catalogus' is a velar fricative /ɣ/, which can vary regionally.
- The 'd' in 'hoofd' is pronounced.
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