schilderklierfuncties
Syllables
schil-der-klier-func-ties
Pronunciation
/ˈsχɪltˌklirˈfʏŋkʃis/
Stress
00101
Morphemes
schildklier + functies
The word 'schildklierfuncties' is a compound noun meaning 'thyroid functions'. It is divided into five syllables: schil-der-klier-func-ties, with primary stress on 'func'. The word consists of the root 'schildklier' (thyroid gland) and the suffix '-functies' (functions). Syllabification follows Dutch rules of retaining consonant clusters and dividing after vowel-consonant sequences.
Definitions
- 1
The functions of the thyroid gland.
Thyroid functions
“De arts onderzocht de schildklierfuncties.”
“Schildklierfuncties kunnen beïnvloed worden door jodiumtekort.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('func').
Syllables
schil — Open syllable, consonant cluster 'sch' as onset.. der — Open syllable, simple structure.. klier — Open syllable, consonant cluster 'kl' as onset.. func — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. ties — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant.
Word Parts
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Consonant Cluster Retention
Consonant clusters like 'sch' and 'kl' are generally kept together within a syllable.
Vowel-Consonant Division
Syllables are often divided after a vowel followed by a consonant.
- The 'sch' and 'kl' clusters are treated as single onsets.
- The stress pattern is typical for Dutch compound nouns.
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