samenlevingsverband
Syllables
sa-men-le-vings-ver-band
Pronunciation
/ˈsaːmə(n)ləˈvɪŋzʋərˌbɑnt/
Stress
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Morphemes
samen + levens + verband
The word *samenlevingsverband* is a compound noun with stress on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows Dutch rules favoring open syllables and avoiding breaking up consonant clusters. The word consists of the prefix *samen*, the root *levens*, and the suffix *verband*. Schwa reduction and /n/ elision are possible in rapid speech.
Definitions
- 1
A formal or informal agreement outlining the terms of a cohabiting relationship, often concerning finances and property.
Cohabitation agreement, living arrangement.
“Ze hebben een samenlevingsverband gesloten.”
“Het samenlevingsverband regelt de financiële zaken.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('ver'). The other syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
sa — Open syllable, initial syllable.. men — Open syllable, potentially with schwa reduction and /n/ elision.. le — Open syllable, potentially with schwa reduction.. vings — Closed syllable, containing a nasal consonant.. ver — Closed syllable, primary stressed syllable.. band — Closed syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
Similar Words
Open Syllable Preference
Dutch favors syllables ending in vowels. This leads to divisions like 'sa-men' and 'le-vings'.
Consonant Cluster Avoidance
Consonant clusters are generally kept together unless they are complex or involve specific sounds.
Penultimate Stress
The primary stress falls on the second-to-last syllable of the word.
- Schwa reduction in unstressed syllables is common.
- Elision of /n/ in 'samen' in rapid speech.
- Regional variations in pronunciation may affect vowel reduction.
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