staatsondermijning
Syllables
sta-ats-on-der-mijn-ing
Pronunciation
/ˈstaːtsɔn.dər.mɛi̯.nɪŋ/
Stress
010010
Morphemes
staats- + mijn- + -ing
The word 'staatsondermijning' is a complex Dutch noun meaning 'subversion'. It is divided into six syllables: sta-ats-on-der-mijn-ing, with primary stress on 'mijn'. The syllabification follows Dutch rules of maximizing onsets and respecting morphemic boundaries. It consists of the prefix 'staats-', the prefix 'onder-', the root 'mijn-', and the suffix '-ing'.
Definitions
- 1
The act of weakening or destroying the power of a state, often through covert or subversive means.
Undermining of the state, subversion.
“De politie onderzoekt mogelijke staatsondermijning.”
“Staatsondermijning is een ernstig misdrijf.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the 'mijn' syllable (third syllable from the end). The stress pattern is relatively weak but noticeable.
Syllables
sta — Open syllable, vowel 'aa' followed by consonant.. ats — Closed syllable, consonant cluster 'ts'. on — Open syllable, vowel 'o' followed by consonant.. der — Open syllable, vowel 'e' followed by consonant.. mijn — Stressed syllable, diphthong 'ij'. ing — Closed syllable, nasal consonant 'n' and vowel 'i'
Word Parts
Vowel-Consonant Syllabification
A vowel followed by one or more consonants typically forms a syllable.
Onset Maximization
Dutch syllabification aims to maximize onsets, breaking up consonant clusters when necessary.
- The 'ts' cluster is a common exception where consonant clusters are broken up.
- Regional variations in pronunciation might slightly affect the perceived stress, but not the syllable division.
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