infanteriregimenten
Syllables
in-fan-te-ri-re-gi-men-ten
Pronunciation
/ɪn.fɑn.tə.ri.rɛ.ɣi.ˈmɛn.tən/
Stress
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Morphemes
in- + fanterij + -ere-regimenten
The word 'infanterieregimenten' is a complex Dutch noun composed of a root (fanterij) and several suffixes. Syllabification follows vowel-nucleus rules, avoiding unnecessary consonant cluster splits. Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable. The word means 'infantry regiments'.
Definitions
- 1
Units of soldiers specializing in ground combat.
Infantry regiments
“De infanterieregimenten marcheerden door de stad.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable 'men'.
Syllables
in — Open syllable, initial syllable.. fan — Open syllable.. te — Open syllable.. ri — Open syllable.. re — Open syllable.. gi — Open syllable.. men — Closed, stressed syllable.. ten — Open syllable, final syllable.
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Vowel Nucleus Rule
Syllables are formed around vowel sounds. Each syllable contains at least one vowel.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are generally maintained within a syllable unless they are exceptionally complex or disrupt the natural flow of pronunciation.
- Regional variations in the pronunciation of /ɣ/ (the 'g' sound).
- The 're' syllable could potentially be combined with 'gi', but Dutch prefers separation.
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