huwelijksbemiddeling
Syllables
hu-we-lijks-be-mid-de-ling
Pronunciation
/hyˈʋɛlɪksbəˈmɪdələŋ/
Stress
0010101
Morphemes
ge- + huwelijk + -s-be-middel-ing
The word 'huwelijksbemiddeling' is a complex Dutch noun formed from multiple morphemes. It is divided into seven syllables: hu-we-lijks-be-mid-de-ling, with primary stress on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows standard Dutch rules, allowing for consonant clusters and recognizing linking morphemes within the compound structure.
Definitions
- 1
The practice of matchmaking or operating a marriage agency.
Marriage mediation, matchmaking.
“Zij werkt bij een bureau voor huwelijksbemiddeling.”
“Huwelijksbemiddeling is in opkomst.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('be-mid-de-ling').
Syllables
hu — Open syllable, initial syllable.. we — Open syllable.. lijks — Closed syllable, contains a consonant cluster.. be — Open syllable, linking morpheme.. mid — Closed syllable.. de — Open syllable.. ling — Closed syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
Vowel Rule
Syllables generally end in a vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters can end a syllable, as long as they are phonotactically permissible in Dutch.
Compound Word Rule
Linking morphemes within compound words do not necessarily form separate syllables.
- The 'ijks' consonant cluster is relatively uncommon but permissible.
- The linking morphemes '-s-' and '-be-' are typical of Dutch compound words.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may exist but do not alter the syllabification.
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