huwelijksmoeilijkheden
Syllables
hu-we-lijks-moei-lijk-he-den
Pronunciation
/hyˈʋɛlɪksmœi̯lɪkˈɦɛdə(n)/
Stress
0010101
Morphemes
ge- + moeilijk + -heden
The word 'huwelijksmoeilijkheden' is a complex Dutch noun divided into seven syllables based on vowel sounds and consonant clusters. The primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable. It's a compound word built from several morphemes, reflecting its meaning of 'marital difficulties'.
Definitions
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Marital difficulties
Marital difficulties
“Ze hadden veel huwelijksmoeilijkheden.”
“De therapeut hielp hen met hun huwelijksmoeilijkheden.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable 'lijk' in 'moeilijkheden'
Syllables
hu — Open syllable, initial syllable.. we — Open syllable.. lijks — Closed syllable, contains a consonant cluster.. moei — Open syllable, contains a diphthong.. lijk — Closed syllable.. he — Open syllable.. den — Closed syllable, final syllable, 'n' often reduced.
Word Parts
Vowel-Based Syllabification
Syllables are formed around vowel sounds, prioritizing vowel preservation.
Consonant Cluster Handling
Consonant clusters following a vowel typically form a closed syllable, unless the cluster is exceptionally complex.
Diphthong Preservation
Diphthongs are kept intact within a single syllable.
- The 'ijks' cluster is a common occurrence and doesn't require splitting. The final 'n' in 'heden' is often reduced or elided in casual speech.
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