schildklierproblemen
Syllables
schild-klier-pro-ble-men
Pronunciation
/sxɪltˈklirproːbleːmə(n)/
Stress
00100
Morphemes
schildklier + problemen
The Dutch word 'schildklierproblemen' (thyroid problems) is divided into five syllables: schild-klier-pro-ble-men, with stress on 'pro'. It's a compound noun formed from 'schildklier' and '-problemen', following standard Dutch syllabification rules.
Definitions
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Thyroid problems
Thyroid problems
“Ze heeft last van schildklierproblemen.”
“De arts onderzocht zijn schildklierproblemen.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable 'pro' in 'problemen'
Syllables
schild — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster.. klier — Open syllable.. pro — Open, stressed syllable.. ble — Open syllable.. men — Closed syllable.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Following Consonant Rule
Syllables are formed around vowel sounds, with following consonants belonging to the same syllable.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Common consonant clusters are treated as a single onset or coda.
Stress-Timed Rhythm
Dutch is a stress-timed language, influencing syllable prominence.
Final Consonant Rule
Consonants at the end of a word typically form a closed syllable.
- The pronunciation of 'sch' as /sx/ is a key feature of Dutch phonology.
- The vowel length in 'problemen' affects the stress pattern.
- The final 'n' in 'men' can be reduced or elided in rapid speech.
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