Hyphenation ofinformatie-uitvraag

Dutch Word Analysis: informatie-uitvraag

1. Examination & Pronunciation:

The word "informatie-uitvraag" is a compound noun in Dutch, meaning "information request". It's pronounced with a relatively even stress distribution, though the final syllable receives slightly more emphasis. The 'g' at the end of 'uitvraag' is a velar fricative, a common feature of Dutch pronunciation.

2. Syllable Division:

Following Dutch syllabification rules, which prioritize vowel sounds and avoid breaking up diphthongs, the word divides as follows (see JSON output for the orthographic representation).

3. Morphemic Analysis:

• informatie-: From Latin informatio (information). Root meaning "giving form to the mind". Functions as the first part of the compound noun.
• uit-: Prefix, Germanic origin. Meaning "out" or "completely". Functions to intensify the action of the verb/noun it's attached to.
• vraag: Root, Germanic origin. Meaning "question" or "request". Functions as the core of the compound noun.
• -uitvraag: The combination of 'uit-' and 'vraag' forms a noun denoting the act of requesting.

4. Stress Identification:

Dutch stress is generally on the penultimate syllable (second to last). However, in compound words, each component often retains its original stress pattern. In this case, 'in-for-ma-tie' and 'uit-vraag' each have a slight stress on their respective penultimate syllables. The overall stress is relatively balanced, but 'tie' and 'vraag' receive slightly more prominence.

5. Phonetic Transcription:

/ɪn.fɔrˈmaː.ti.ə ˈœyt.vraːx/

6. Edge Case Review:

Dutch syllabification can be complex with consonant clusters. The 'vr' cluster is treated as a single onset for the syllable 'vraag'. The hyphenated structure reflects this.

7. Grammatical Role:

The word functions solely as a noun. Syllabification remains consistent regardless of grammatical context.

8. Definition & Semantics:

• Word: informatie-uitvraag
• Part of Speech: Noun (het)
• Translation: Information request
• Synonyms: informatieverzoek, vragen naar informatie
• Antonyms: informatie verstrekken (providing information)
• Examples:
  • "De politie heeft een informatie-uitvraag gedaan." (The police made an information request.)
  • "Wij hebben een informatie-uitvraag ingediend bij de gemeente." (We submitted an information request to the municipality.)

9. Phonological Comparison:

• bibliotheek (library): bi-bli-o-theek. Similar syllable structure with vowel-consonant alternation.
• universiteit (university): u-ni-ver-si-teit. Similar compound structure and stress patterns.
• administratie (administration): ad-mi-ni-stra-tie. Similar vowel-consonant alternation and final vowel.

The differences lie in the specific vowel qualities and consonant clusters, but the overall syllabic structure is consistent with Dutch phonology.

10. Alternative Pronunciations/Regional Variations:

Regional variations in vowel pronunciation exist, but they don't significantly alter the syllabification. Some speakers might pronounce the 'g' in 'uitvraag' as a softer sound, but the syllable division remains the same.

11. Division Rules Applied:

• Onset-Rime Principle: Syllables are formed around a vowel nucleus, with preceding consonants forming the onset and following consonants forming the rime.
• Avoid Breaking Diphthongs: Diphthongs (like 'ui' in 'uitvraag') are kept within a single syllable.
• Consonant Cluster Resolution: Consonant clusters are resolved based on sonority, with the more sonorous sounds typically belonging to the following syllable.
• Compound Word Syllabification: Each component of a compound word is syllabified according to its own internal structure.