ontwikkelingsmaschappij
Syllables
on-twik-ke-lings-ma-schap-pij
Pronunciation
/ɔnˈtʋɪkələŋs.maː.ʃɑˈpɛi/
Stress
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Morphemes
ont- + wikkel- + -maatschappij
The word 'ontwikkelingsmaatschappij' is a complex Dutch noun divided into seven syllables (on-twik-ke-lings-ma-schap-pij). It's a compound word with Germanic and French origins, and the primary stress falls on the antepenultimate syllable ('ma'). Syllabification follows Dutch rules prioritizing open syllables and preserving consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
A company or organization dedicated to the planning and execution of development projects (economic, social, urban, etc.).
Development company/corporation
“De ontwikkelingsmaatschappij investeert in duurzame energie.”
“De gemeente werkt samen met de ontwikkelingsmaatschappij om het centrum te revitaliseren.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the antepenultimate syllable ('ma'). Dutch stress generally falls on the penultimate or antepenultimate syllable in words of this length.
Syllables
on — Open syllable, initial syllable.. twik — Closed syllable, contains a schwa.. ke — Open syllable, schwa vowel.. lings — Closed syllable, contains nasal vowel.. ma — Open syllable, long vowel.. schap — Closed syllable, contains a schwa.. pij — Closed syllable, diphthong.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Based Division
Syllables are generally divided around vowel sounds.
Consonant Cluster Preservation
Consonant clusters are generally kept together within a syllable.
Open Syllable Preference
Dutch favors open syllables (ending in a vowel) whenever possible.
- The compound nature of the word requires considering the integrated pronunciation of its components.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may exist, but do not significantly affect syllable division.
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