schoonmaakcontract
Syllables
schoon-maak-con-tract
Pronunciation
/ˈsχoːnmaːk.kɔn.trɑkt/
Stress
0011
Morphemes
schoon + maak + contract
The Dutch word 'schoonmaakcontract' is a compound noun divided into four syllables: schoon-maak-con-tract. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable. It consists of the prefix 'schoon-', the root 'maak-', and the suffix '-contract'. Syllabification follows the vowel peak principle and consonant cluster rules.
Definitions
- 1
A formal agreement outlining the terms and conditions for cleaning services.
Cleaning contract
“We hebben een schoonmaakcontract afgesloten met een professioneel bedrijf.”
“Het schoonmaakcontract loopt nog twee jaar.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable 'con'.
Syllables
schoon — Open syllable, vowel peak.. maak — Open syllable, vowel peak.. con — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. tract — Closed syllable, consonant cluster, stressed.
Word Parts
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Vowel Peak Principle
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are generally maintained within a syllable.
Open/Closed Syllable Rule
Syllables are classified as open or closed based on their ending.
- The 'aa' diphthong does not affect syllabification.
- The 'ct' cluster is treated as a single unit.
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