poortwachtersfunctie
Syllables
poort-wach-ters-func-tie
Pronunciation
/ˈpuːrt.ʋɑx.tərs.fʏŋk.ʃə/
Stress
01001
Morphemes
poort, wachters, functie
The word 'poortwachtersfunctie' is a Dutch compound noun divided into five syllables: poort-wach-ters-func-tie. The primary stress falls on the second syllable ('wach'). It's formed from three roots: 'poort' (gate), 'wachters' (watchers), and 'functie' (function). Syllabification follows Dutch rules favoring open syllables and avoiding consonant clusters where possible.
Definitions
- 1
The function of gatekeepers; the role or task of those who guard a gate or access point.
Gatekeeper function
“De poortwachtersfunctie van de douane is cruciaal voor de veiligheid.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('wach'). Dutch stress is generally weak, but compounds tend to stress the penultimate syllable.
Syllables
poort — Open syllable, initial syllable.. wach — Open syllable, stressed syllable.. ters — Closed syllable.. func — Closed syllable.. tie — Open syllable, final syllable.
Similar Words
Open Syllable Preference
Dutch favors open syllables (CV).
Consonant Cluster Avoidance
Consonant clusters are generally broken up to create open syllables, but not always.
Compound Word Stress
In compound words, stress typically falls on the penultimate syllable.
- The 'sch' cluster is treated as a single unit for syllabification. Regional variations in 'r' pronunciation do not affect syllable division.
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