proportionaliteitsbeginsel
Syllables
pro-por-tio-na-li-teits-be-gin-sel
Pronunciation
/pro.po.r̩.t͡si.o.na.li.ˈteːt.s.bə.ɣɪn.səl/
Stress
100010000
Morphemes
pro- + begin- + -sel
The word 'proportionaliteitsbeginsel' is a complex Dutch noun divided into nine syllables. It's built from Latin and Germanic morphemes, with primary stress on the first syllable ('pro-'). Syllabification follows vowel peak and consonant cluster avoidance rules, with potential for schwa reduction and regional pronunciation variations.
Definitions
- 1
The legal principle that any interference with fundamental rights must be proportionate to the legitimate aim pursued.
Principle of proportionality
“Het proportionaliteitsbeginsel is een belangrijk rechtsbeginsel.”
“De rechter moet het proportionaliteitsbeginsel toepassen.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('pro-'). A secondary stress may fall on the 'li' in 'li-teits'.
Syllables
pro — Open syllable, stressed.. por — Open syllable, unstressed.. tio — Open syllable, unstressed.. na — Open syllable, unstressed.. li — Open syllable, secondary stress.. teits — Closed syllable, unstressed.. be — Open syllable, unstressed.. gin — Closed syllable, unstressed.. sel — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
Vowel Peak
Each syllable contains a vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Avoidance
Consonant clusters are kept together unless easily separable.
Penultimate Stress
Primary stress usually falls on the penultimate syllable.
Morpheme Boundaries
Syllable boundaries often align with morpheme boundaries.
- Schwa reduction in unstressed vowels.
- Regional variations in the pronunciation of the 'r' (uvular vs. alveolar).
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