streptokokkeninfectie
Syllables
strep-to-kok-ken-in-fec-tie
Pronunciation
/ˈstrɛptoˌkɔkənɪnˈfɛksi/
Stress
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Morphemes
strepto- + kokken + infectie
The Dutch word 'streptokokkeninfectie' is a compound noun derived from Greek and Latin roots. It is syllabified as strep-to-kok-ken-in-fec-tie, with primary stress on the penultimate syllable. The syllabification follows vowel peak and consonant cluster rules, typical for Dutch.
Definitions
- 1
An infection caused by streptococcal bacteria.
Streptococcal infection
“De patiënt heeft een streptokokkeninfectie opgelopen.”
“Een streptokokkeninfectie kan leiden tot ernstige complicaties.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('tie' in 'infectie').
Syllables
strep — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster.. to — Open syllable, vowel sound.. kok — Open syllable, vowel sound.. ken — Open syllable, vowel sound.. in — Closed syllable, nasal consonant.. fec — Closed syllable, vowel sound.. tie — Closed syllable, stressed vowel sound.
Word Parts
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Vowel Peak Principle
Each syllable contains a vowel sound.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are kept together unless easily separable.
Penultimate Stress Rule
Primary stress falls on the second-to-last syllable.
- The word's length and complex morphemic structure.
- Potential minor regional variations in vowel reduction.
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