universiteitsbiblioteek
Syllables
u-ni-ver-si-teits-bi-bli-o-teek
Pronunciation
/ˌy.ni.vər.siˈtɛits.bi.bli.oˈteːk/
Stress
000010011
Morphemes
universiteit, bibliotheek + s
The word 'universiteitsbibliotheek' is a complex Dutch compound noun. Syllabification follows vowel-centering and onset maximization principles, with primary stress on the penultimate syllable of 'bibliotheek'. The word is morphologically composed of 'universiteit', a genitive 's', and 'bibliotheek'.
Definitions
- 1
A library belonging to a university.
University library
“Ik studeer in de universiteitsbibliotheek.”
“De universiteitsbibliotheek heeft een grote collectie boeken.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable of 'bibliotheek' (teek). Secondary stress is less pronounced on 'teits'.
Syllables
u — Open syllable, vowel onset.. ni — Open syllable, vowel onset.. ver — Closed syllable, consonant coda.. si — Open syllable, vowel onset.. teits — Closed syllable, consonant coda.. bi — Open syllable, vowel onset.. bli — Open syllable, vowel onset.. o — Open syllable, vowel onset.. teek — Closed syllable, consonant coda.
Word Parts
Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are included in the onset of the syllable whenever possible.
Vowel Centering
Syllables are built around vowel sounds.
Sonority Sequencing Principle
Syllable structure follows a sonority hierarchy.
Compound Word Stress
Stress generally falls on the final element of a compound word.
- Complex consonant clusters require careful consideration.
- Regional variations in vowel quality may exist but do not significantly alter syllabification.
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