welvaartsmaschappij
Syllables
wel-vaart-s-ma-schap-pij
Pronunciation
/ˈʋɛl.vaːrts.maː.ʃɑp.ɛi̯/
Stress
100000
Morphemes
wel + vaart + maatschappij
The word 'welvaartsmaatschappij' is a compound noun divided into six syllables: wel-vaart-s-ma-schap-pij. The primary stress falls on 'vaart'. Syllabification follows Dutch rules prioritizing open syllables and maintaining consonant clusters. The word consists of a prefix 'wel', a root 'vaart', and a suffix 'maatschappij'.
Definitions
- 1
A system where the basic needs of the population are met, and a certain level of economic security is provided by the state.
Welfare state
“De overheid investeert in de welvaartsmaatschappij.”
“Er is discussie over de toekomst van de welvaartsmaatschappij.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable, 'vaart'.
Syllables
wel — Open syllable, initial syllable.. vaart — Closed syllable, primary stressed syllable.. s — Syllabic consonant, linking element.. ma — Open syllable.. schap — Closed syllable.. pij — Closed syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
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Open Syllable Preference
Dutch favors syllables ending in vowels.
Consonant Cluster Maintenance
Consonant clusters are generally kept together within a syllable.
Syllabic Consonant
Single consonants between vowels form their own syllable.
- Regional variations in the pronunciation of /r/ and /ɛi̯/ (ij).
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