neutraliteitsplicht
Syllables
neu-tra-li-teits-plicht
Pronunciation
/nøː.trɑ.lɪˈtɛits.plɪxt/
Stress
01011
Morphemes
neutraal + -iteit + -splicht
The word 'neutraliteitsplicht' is a Dutch noun meaning 'duty of neutrality'. It is divided into five syllables: neu-tra-li-teits-plicht, with primary stress on 'teits'. It's a compound word built from the prefix 'neutraal-', the root '-iteit', and the suffix '-splicht'. Syllabification follows Dutch rules favoring open syllables and maintaining consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
The obligation to remain neutral in a conflict or dispute.
Duty of neutrality
“De staat heeft een neutraliteitsplicht in internationale conflicten.”
“Zijn neutraliteitsplicht verbood hem partij te kiezen.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('teits'). The final syllable ('plicht') receives a slight secondary stress due to its position in the compound word.
Syllables
neu — Open syllable, initial syllable, vowel is long.. tra — Open syllable, contains a consonant cluster.. li — Open syllable, contains a short vowel.. teits — Closed syllable, contains the suffix -iteit.. plicht — Closed syllable, final syllable, receives slight emphasis.
Word Parts
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Open Syllable Preference
Dutch favors open syllables (CV). This is why 'neu-tra' is preferred over 'neut-ra'.
Consonant Cluster Handling
Consonant clusters are generally maintained within a syllable unless they are complex and difficult to pronounce.
Penultimate Stress
The primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable in most Dutch words.
- The 'ij' diphthong influences syllable boundaries.
- The compound nature of the word requires careful consideration of morphemic boundaries.
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