wegwerpmaatschappij
Syllables
weg-werp-maat-schap-pij
Pronunciation
/ˈʋɛɣʋɛrpmaːˈtʃɑpɛi̯/
Stress
01011
Morphemes
weg + werp + maatschappij
The word 'wegwerpmaatschappij' is a compound noun in Dutch, divided into five syllables: weg-werp-maat-schap-pij. The primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('schap'). The syllabification follows vowel-centered rules, maintaining consonant clusters and diphthongs within syllables. It consists of a prefix 'weg-', a root 'werp-', and a suffix/root 'maatschappij'.
Definitions
- 1
A society characterized by the rapid consumption and disposal of goods.
Throwaway society
“De wegwerpmaatschappij leidt tot veel afval.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('schap').
Syllables
weg — Open syllable, initial syllable.. werp — Closed syllable, containing a consonant cluster.. maat — Open syllable.. schap — Closed, stressed syllable.. pij — Closed syllable, containing a diphthong.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Centered Syllabification
Syllables are formed around vowel sounds.
Consonant Cluster Handling
Consonant clusters are generally maintained within a syllable unless they are exceptionally complex.
Diphthong Integrity
Diphthongs are kept within a single syllable.
- The 'g' sound can be challenging for non-native speakers.
- Regional variations in vowel quality may occur.
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