universiteitsmedewerkers
Syllables
u-ni-ver-si-teits-me-de-wer-kers
Pronunciation
/ˌy.ni.vər.si.ˈtɛi̯ts.mə.də.ˈʋər.kərs/
Stress
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Morphemes
universiteit & medewerker + s
The word 'universiteitsmedewerkers' is a compound noun consisting of 'universiteit' and 'medewerker' with a plural marker. Syllabification follows vowel grouping and consonant cluster rules, with primary stress on the penultimate syllable ('werkers'). The 'ts' cluster is treated as a single unit.
Definitions
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University staff, employees of a university.
University staff/employees
“De universiteitsmedewerkers organiseerden een congres.”
“De universiteitsmedewerkers zijn zeer deskundig.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('werkers'). The 'teits' syllable also receives secondary stress, though less prominent.
Syllables
u-ni-ver-si-teits — Complex syllable with a consonant cluster 'ts' at the end. Stressed syllable is 'teits'.. me-de-wer-kers — Syllable with a clear vowel-consonant pattern. Primary stress on 'werkers'.
Word Parts
Vowel Grouping
Syllables are formed around vowel sounds, creating open or closed syllables.
Consonant Clusters
Consonant clusters are generally maintained within a syllable unless easily separable.
Morpheme Boundaries
Syllable division often respects morpheme boundaries, but is not always strict.
Penultimate Stress
Primary stress typically falls on the penultimate syllable in Dutch words.
- The 'ts' cluster in 'universiteits' is treated as a single unit.
- The linking 's' between 'universiteit' and 'medewerker' does not form a syllable on its own.
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