preventiemeduwerker
Syllables
pre-ven-tie-me-du-wer-ker
Pronunciation
/prɪˈvɛntɪməˈdɛʋərkər/
Stress
0000011
Morphemes
preventie + mede + werker
The word 'preventiemedewerker' is a Dutch compound noun divided into seven syllables: pre-ven-tie-me-du-wer-ker. The primary stress falls on 'werk'. It's formed from the prefix 'preventie-', root 'mede-', and suffix '-werker'. Syllabification follows vowel-based rules, avoiding single initial consonants and preserving consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
A person responsible for implementing and monitoring safety and prevention measures within an organization.
Prevention officer, safety officer
“De preventiemedewerker controleert de brandblussers.”
“Zij is de nieuwe preventiemedewerker van het bedrijf.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable 'werk'. The first syllable 'pre' receives secondary stress, but is less prominent than 'werk'.
Syllables
pre — Open syllable, initial syllable, stressed.. ven — Open syllable, contains a short vowel.. tie — Open syllable, contains a short vowel.. me — Open syllable, schwa vowel.. du — Open syllable, short vowel.. wer — Closed syllable, stressed syllable.. ker — Closed syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
Vowel-Based Division
Syllables are formed around vowel sounds, creating open syllables where possible.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are kept together within a syllable unless they are easily separable based on pronunciation.
Avoid Single Initial Consonant
Dutch avoids starting a syllable with a single consonant if possible, influencing the division of 'me-du'.
- The compound nature of the word requires careful consideration of morpheme boundaries.
- The pronunciation of 'mede-' can be rapid, potentially leading to variations in perceived syllable boundaries.
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