transformatorstations
Syllables
trans-for-ma-tor-sta-tions
Pronunciation
/trɑnsfɔrmaːtɔrstaːtsjons/
Stress
000011
Morphemes
trans + formator + stations
The word 'transformatorstations' is a compound noun syllabified according to Dutch rules prioritizing open syllables and consonant cluster integrity. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable. It's morphologically composed of a Latin prefix, root, and Dutch/French suffixes.
Definitions
- 1
A facility containing transformers used to regulate and distribute electrical power.
Transformer stations
“De stroomvoorziening is afhankelijk van de transformatorstations.”
“Er worden nieuwe transformatorstations gebouwd om de capaciteit te vergroten.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('sta'). Dutch generally has penultimate stress, but compound words can have multiple stress peaks.
Syllables
trans — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. for — Open syllable.. ma — Open syllable, long vowel.. tor — Closed syllable.. sta — Open syllable, long vowel.. tions — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.
Word Parts
Open Syllable Preference
Dutch favors open syllables (CV) whenever possible.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters are generally kept together within a syllable.
Vowel Length
Long vowels often form their own syllable or contribute to a longer syllable.
Penultimate Stress
Primary stress typically falls on the penultimate syllable.
- The length of the word and the compounding nature of Dutch require careful consideration of syllable boundaries.
- The 'str' and 'tions' clusters are typical examples where the rules prioritize keeping consonant sequences intact.
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