longfunctieonderzoek
Syllables
long-func-tie-on-der-zoek
Pronunciation
/lɔŋ.fʏŋk.ʃə.ɔn.dər.zɔk/
Stress
010000
Morphemes
long + functie + onderzoek
The word 'longfunctieonderzoek' is a Dutch compound noun meaning 'lung function research'. It is divided into six syllables: long-func-tie-on-der-zoek, with primary stress on 'funk-tie'. The syllabification follows vowel-based division rules, preserving diphthongs and respecting morpheme boundaries. It consists of the prefix 'long-', the root 'functie', and the combined prefix/root 'onderzoek'.
Definitions
- 1
Lung function research; the investigation of how well the lungs are working.
Lung function research
“Het longfunctieonderzoek wees uit dat de patiënt astma had.”
“De arts heeft een longfunctieonderzoek aangevraagd.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('funk-tie').
Syllables
long — Open syllable, containing a long vowel.. func — Closed syllable, containing a diphthong.. tie — Open syllable, containing a schwa.. on — Closed syllable, containing a vowel.. der — Closed syllable, containing a vowel.. zoek — Closed syllable, containing a vowel.
Word Parts
long
Derived from the adjective 'lang' (long), indicating the organ being researched.
functie
Derived from the noun 'functie' (function), referring to the physiological process. Origin: Latin *functio*.
onderzoek
Composed of the prefix 'onder-' (under/investigating) and the root 'zoek' (search/research). Germanic origin.
Vowel-Based Division
Syllables are generally formed around vowel sounds.
Diphthong Preservation
Diphthongs (like 'ie' in 'functie') are not split across syllables.
Consonant Cluster Handling
Consonant clusters are generally kept together unless easily separable.
Compound Word Syllabification
Compound words are divided based on the individual morphemes.
- The compound nature of the word requires careful consideration of morpheme boundaries.
- The 'ie' diphthong in 'functie' is a key element in determining the syllable structure.
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