structuurhervorming
Syllables
struc-tuur-her-vor-ming
Pronunciation
/ˈstryktyːrɦɛrˌvɔrmɪŋ/
Stress
10000
Morphemes
her- + structuur + -vorming
The word 'structuurhervorming' is a Dutch compound noun divided into five syllables: struc-tuur-her-vor-ming. The primary stress falls on the first syllable ('struc'). It consists of the root 'structuur' (structure), the prefix 'her-' (again), and the suffix '-vorming' (formation). Syllabification follows Dutch rules of onset maximization and vowel-centric syllables.
Definitions
- 1
A fundamental change or reorganization of a structure or system.
Structure reform
“De economische structuurhervorming was controversieel.”
“Het bedrijf ondergaat een grote structuurhervorming.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('struc'). The stress pattern is typical for Dutch compound nouns, with the first element receiving the strongest emphasis.
Syllables
struc — Open syllable with a consonant cluster onset. Stressed syllable.. tuur — Open syllable with a long vowel and consonant coda.. her — Open syllable, prefix.. vor — Open syllable.. ming — Closed syllable with a nasal coda.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Dutch syllabification prioritizes maximizing consonant clusters in the onset of a syllable, as seen in 'str-' and 'vor-'.
Vowel-Centric Syllables
Each syllable generally contains a vowel sound, ensuring a clear vowel-consonant structure.
Schwa-Deleting Consonants
The 'h' does not form a syllable on its own but influences the preceding vowel.
- Regional variations in the pronunciation of 'r' (uvular fricative vs. tapped).
- The 'uu' digraph consistently represents a long /u/ sound.
- The compound noun structure dictates the stress pattern.
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