spreekstalmeesters
Syllables
spreek-stal-mees-ters
Pronunciation
/ˈspreːkˌstaːlmeːstərs/
Stress
0100
Morphemes
spreek + stalmees + ters
The word 'spreekstalmeesters' is a Dutch compound noun meaning 'masters of rhetoric'. It is divided into four syllables: spreek-stal-mees-ters, with primary stress on 'stal'. The syllabification follows Dutch rules favoring open syllables and preserving consonant clusters, respecting morpheme boundaries. It's a complex word due to its compound structure.
Definitions
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Masters of rhetoric, skilled orators, eloquent speakers.
Masters of rhetoric, orators
“De spreekstalmeesters van de Gouden Eeuw waren beroemd om hun welsprekendheid.”
“Hij werd beschouwd als een van de grootste spreekstalmeesters van zijn tijd.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('stal'). The stress pattern is typical for Dutch compound nouns.
Syllables
spreek — Closed syllable, initial consonant cluster. Contains the root 'spreek' from 'spreken'.. stal — Closed syllable, consonant cluster. Contains the root 'stal' relating to skill.. mees — Closed syllable, contains the root 'mees' from 'meester'.. ters — Closed syllable, contains the plural suffix '-ters'.
Word Parts
Open Syllable Preference
Dutch favors creating open syllables (ending in a vowel) whenever possible.
Consonant Cluster Preservation
Consonant clusters are generally kept together unless they are exceptionally difficult to pronounce.
Morpheme Boundaries
Syllable division often respects morpheme boundaries (prefix, root, suffix).
- The compound nature of the word influences the syllabification.
- Minor regional variations in vowel length or stress are possible but do not significantly alter the syllable division.
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