scheidsrechtersbal
Syllables
scheids-rech-ters-bal
Pronunciation
/ˈsχɛitsrɛxtərsbɑl/
Stress
0100
Morphemes
scheids + rechters + bal
The word 'scheidsrechtersbal' is a compound noun divided into four syllables: scheids-rech-ters-bal. The stress falls on 'ters'. It consists of a prefix 'scheids', a root 'rechters', and a suffix 'bal'. Syllabification follows Dutch rules prioritizing open syllables and maintaining consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
The ball used by the referee (in a match).
Referee's ball
“De scheidsrechtersbal rolde het veld op.”
“Hij pakte de scheidsrechtersbal op.”
Stress pattern
The primary stress falls on the third syllable, 'ters'.
Syllables
scheids — Open syllable, containing a consonant cluster 'sch' at the beginning.. rech — Open syllable, following the 'sch' cluster.. ters — Stressed syllable, containing a short vowel.. bal — Open syllable, containing the suffix '-bal'.
Word Parts
Similar Words
Maximizing Open Syllables
Dutch prefers open syllables (ending in a vowel), influencing the division between 'scheids' and 'rech'.
Consonant Clusters
Consonant clusters like 'sch-' are generally kept together as onsets.
- The 'sch-' cluster is a common feature of Dutch and is treated as a single unit.
- The 'rech' sequence, while not as common, doesn't violate any syllabification rules.
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