stadsdeelwethouder
Syllables
stad-sdeel-we-thou-der
Pronunciation
/ˈstɑtsdeːlʋɛtɦɑu̯dər/
Stress
10001
Morphemes
stad + deel + wethouder
The Dutch word 'stadsdeelwethouder' is a compound noun divided into five syllables: stad-sdeel-we-thou-der. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows Dutch rules prioritizing maximizing onsets and dividing before vowels. The word consists of a prefix, root, and suffix, denoting a municipal executive council member.
Definitions
- 1
A member of the municipal executive council responsible for a specific district or area.
Municipal executive council member / Alderman
“De stadsdeelwethouder nam deel aan de vergadering.”
“De stadsdeelwethouder is verantwoordelijk voor het openbaar vervoer.”
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Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('wethou-').
Syllables
stad — Open syllable, initial syllable.. sdeel — Closed syllable, consonant cluster onset.. we — Open syllable.. thou — Open syllable, diphthong.. der — Closed syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
Similar Words
Maximize Onset
Consonant clusters are generally maintained within the syllable to create a larger onset.
Vowel-Based Division
Syllable division typically occurs before a vowel.
Closed Syllable Rule
Syllables ending in consonants are considered closed syllables.
- Dutch allows some flexibility with consonant clusters, but the proposed division is standard.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may exist but do not affect syllable division.
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