sleutelfunctienarissen
Syllables
sleu-tel-func-tie-na-ris-sen
Pronunciation
/ˈsløːtəl.fʏŋk.ʃoː.naː.ɾɪs.sə(n)/
Stress
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Morphemes
sleutel, functie + aris, sen
The word 'sleutelfunctionarissen' is a complex Dutch noun formed by compounding. Syllabification follows Dutch rules favoring open syllables and allowing consonant clusters. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable. The word consists of seven syllables: sleu-tel-func-tie-na-ris-sen.
Definitions
- 1
People holding crucial positions within an organization.
Key functionaries
“De sleutelfunctionarissen van het bedrijf namen deel aan de vergadering.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable 'na'.
Syllables
sleu — Open syllable, vowel is long.. tel — Closed syllable, CVC structure.. func — Open syllable.. tie — Closed syllable, vowel is long.. na — Open syllable, stressed syllable, vowel is long.. ris — Open syllable, 'r' is a flap consonant.. sen — Closed syllable, final 'n' can be reduced.
Word Parts
Similar Words
Open Syllable Preference
Dutch favors open syllables (CV) whenever possible.
Consonant Cluster Allowance
Consonant clusters are permitted at the end of syllables (CVC).
Penultimate Stress
Stress generally falls on the second-to-last syllable.
- Regional variations in the pronunciation of 'r' (tap vs. fricative).
- Potential reduction or elision of the final 'n' in 'sen' in rapid speech.
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