wereldtentoonstelling
Syllables
we-reld-ten-toon-stel-ling
Pronunciation
/ˈʋɛrəltənˌtoːnˌstɛlɪŋ/
Stress
010101
Morphemes
tentoon + wereld + stelling
The word 'wereldtentoonstelling' is a Dutch compound noun divided into six syllables: we-reld-ten-toon-stel-ling. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('toon'). Syllabification follows vowel-centered rules, with consonants forming codas. The word consists of the root 'wereld', the prefix 'tentoon', and the suffix 'stelling'.
Definitions
- 1
A large-scale exhibition showcasing the achievements of various nations.
World Exhibition, World's Fair
“De wereldtentoonstelling van 1967 in Montreal was een groot succes.”
“Ze bezochten de wereldtentoonstelling in Shanghai.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('toon'). The stress pattern is typical for Dutch compound nouns.
Syllables
we — Open syllable, initial syllable.. reld — Closed syllable, contains a consonant cluster.. ten — Open syllable.. toon — Open, stressed syllable.. stel — Open syllable.. ling — Closed syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
Vowel Nucleus Rule
Syllables are formed around vowel nuclei. Each syllable contains at least one vowel sound.
Consonant Coda Rule
Consonants following a vowel within a syllable form the syllable coda (final consonant).
Penultimate Stress Rule
Dutch generally stresses the penultimate syllable in compound nouns.
- The 'd' in 'wereld' can sometimes be devoiced to a 't' sound, a phonetic variation that doesn't affect syllabification.
- Dutch compound nouns often follow consistent syllabification patterns, even with complex structures.
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