veiligheidsverlichting
Syllables
vei-lig-heids-ver-lich-ting
Pronunciation
/vɛi̯.ləɣ.hɛi̯ts.vər.lɪx.tɪŋ/
Stress
010000
Morphemes
veilig + licht + heidsverlichting
The Dutch word 'veiligheidsverlichting' (safety lighting) is divided into six syllables: vei-lig-heids-ver-lich-ting. Stress falls on 'ver-'. Syllable division follows sonority and morpheme boundaries, resulting in a mix of open and closed syllables. It's a compound noun formed from 'veilig' (safe), 'licht' (light), and various suffixes.
Definitions
- 1
Lighting designed to enhance safety.
Safety lighting
“De veiligheidsverlichting in de tunnel is essentieel.”
“Controleer de veiligheidsverlichting regelmatig.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the 'ver-' syllable (second stress marker).
Syllables
vei — Open syllable, vowel-final.. lig — Closed syllable, consonant-final.. heids — Closed syllable, consonant-final.. ver — Open syllable, stressed.. lich — Closed syllable, consonant-final.. ting — Closed syllable, consonant-final.
Word Parts
Sonority Principle
Syllables tend to end in vowels to maximize sonority.
Morpheme Boundary Rule
Syllable division often respects boundaries between morphemes in compound words.
Open/Closed Syllable Rule
Syllables are categorized as open (vowel-final) or closed (consonant-final).
- Regional variations in the pronunciation of the 'g' in '-heids' may exist, but do not affect syllable division.
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