avsetningskonto
Syllables
av-set-nings-kon-to
Pronunciation
/avˈsɛtnɪŋsˌkɔntɔ/
Stress
01000
Morphemes
av + setnings + konto
The word 'avsetningskonto' is divided into five syllables: av-set-nings-kon-to. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('setnings'). The word is a compound noun composed of a prefix, root, and suffix, with origins in Old Norse and Italian. Syllable division follows the principles of maximizing onsets and dividing before vowels.
Definitions
- 1
An account specifically designated for setting aside funds, typically for a specific purpose.
Savings account, deposit account
“Han opna ein avsetningskonto for å spare til huset.”
“Pengane på avsetningskontoen er trygge.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('setnings').
Syllables
av — Open syllable, initial syllable.. set — Closed syllable, containing a short vowel.. nings — Closed syllable, containing a consonant cluster 'ng'. kon — Closed syllable, containing a short vowel.. to — Open syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
Similar Words
Maximize Onsets
Syllable division prioritizes placing consonants with the following vowel.
Vowel Boundary
Syllable division occurs before each vowel.
Consonant Cluster Division
Syllable division occurs after each consonant in a cluster, when followed by a vowel.
- The 'ng' cluster in 'setnings' could potentially be treated as a single unit by some speakers, but the division shown is more standard.
- Regional variations in vowel quality may exist, but do not affect syllable division.
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