vrijstellingsbevoegdheid
Syllables
vrij-stel-lings-be-voegd-heid
Pronunciation
/ˈvrɛi̯stɛlɪŋs bəˈvutxɦɛit/
Stress
000011
Morphemes
vrij- + stel- + -lings
The word 'vrijstellingsbevoegdheid' is a complex Dutch noun formed by compounding and suffixation. Syllabification follows Dutch rules favoring open syllables and preserving consonant clusters. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable of the final component ('bevoegdheid'). The word denotes the authority to grant exemptions.
Definitions
- 1
The competence or authority to exempt someone from a duty or obligation.
Power of exemption / Authority to grant exemptions.
“De directeur heeft de vrijstellingsbevoegdheid om werknemers van bepaalde taken te ontheffen.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable of the final component, 'bevoegdheid', specifically on 'voegd'.
Syllables
vrij — Open syllable, initial syllable.. stel — Closed syllable, contains a consonant cluster.. lings — Closed syllable, common Dutch suffix.. be — Open syllable, prefix.. voegd — Closed syllable, contains a consonant cluster, stressed syllable.. heid — Closed syllable, common Dutch suffix.
Word Parts
vrij-
Old Dutch 'fri', meaning 'free', adjectival prefix indicating exemption.
stel-
Old Dutch 'stellen', meaning 'to set, place, establish', forms the base of the action.
-lings
Dutch diminutive/verbal noun suffix, derived from Middle Dutch '-linge', creates a noun denoting the act of being exempted.
Open Syllable Preference
Dutch favors creating open syllables (CV) whenever possible.
Consonant Cluster Preservation
Consonant clusters are generally maintained unless exceptionally difficult to pronounce.
Suffix Boundaries
Suffixes are typically separated into their own syllables.
- The word's length and complexity are typical of Dutch compounding.
- Regional variations in pronunciation might affect phonetic realization but not core syllabification.
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