avlastningstjeneste
Syllables
av-last-ning-stje-nes-te
Pronunciation
/avˈlɑstnɪŋstjɛnːəstə/
Stress
001000
Morphemes
av + last + ning-stjeneste
The word 'avlastningstjeneste' is a compound noun in Nynorsk. It is divided into six syllables: av-last-ning-stje-nes-te. The primary stress falls on the third syllable ('ning'). The word consists of a prefix ('av'), a root ('last'), and a complex suffix ('ningstjeneste'). Syllable division follows the principles of maximizing onsets and respecting vowel sequences.
Definitions
- 1
A service providing relief or assistance, often in healthcare or social services.
Relief service, respite care
“Ho trengte ei avlastningstjeneste for å kunne ta vare på mora si.”
“Kommunen tilbyr avlastningstjeneste til familiar med sjuke barn.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('ning'). This is typical for Nynorsk nouns.
Syllables
av — Open syllable, consisting of a vowel. Unstressed.. last — Closed syllable, ending in a voiced stop. Unstressed.. ning — Closed syllable, ending in a nasal consonant. Primary stressed syllable.. stje — Closed syllable, with a complex onset ('stj'). Unstressed.. nes — Closed syllable, ending in a voiceless fricative. Unstressed.. te — Open syllable, consisting of a vowel. Unstressed.
Word Parts
Similar Words
Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are kept together at the beginning of a syllable (e.g., 'stj').
Vowel Sequences
Each vowel sound generally forms a separate syllable.
Sonority Sequencing
Syllable structure follows the sonority sequencing principle.
- The 'stj' cluster is treated as a single onset.
- The double 'n' in 'ning' is important for pronunciation.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may exist but do not affect syllable division.
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