Hyphenation ofavsidesliggande

Analysis of "avsidesliggande" (Norwegian Nynorsk)

1. Pronunciation Considerations:

The word "avsidesliggande" is a relatively complex word in Nynorsk, featuring consonant clusters and vowel qualities that require careful consideration. The 'd' between vowels is often softened, and the final '-ande' suffix carries a distinct vowel sound.

2. Syllable Division:

Following Nynorsk syllable division rules, which prioritize maximizing onsets (consonant clusters at the beginning of a syllable) and respecting vowel sounds, the division is as follows (using only the original letters):

3. Morphemic Analysis:

• Prefix: av- (Old Norse af). Function: Separative, indicating removal or distance. Origin: Old Norse.
• Root: sides- (related to side meaning 'side'). Function: Indicates location or direction. Origin: Old Norse.
• Suffix: -liggande (from liggja 'to lie' + -ande). Function: Forms a present participle, indicating an ongoing state or action. Origin: Old Norse.

4. Stress Identification:

The primary stress falls on the second syllable: av-sides-lig-gan-de.

5. Phonetic Transcription:

/avˈsidesˌlɪɡːɑnde/

6. Syllable Breakdown & Rule Application:

Here's a detailed breakdown of each syllable, with IPA transcription, rule application, and potential exceptions:

• av- /av/ - Open syllable. Rule: Syllables are formed around vowel nuclei. No exceptions.
• sides- /ˈsides/ - Closed syllable. Rule: Consonant clusters are maximized in the onset. The 's' is part of the onset. Exception: The 'd' can be slightly softened in pronunciation.
• lig- /lɪɡ/ - Closed syllable. Rule: Vowel followed by consonant(s). No exceptions.
• gan- /ɡɑn/ - Open syllable. Rule: Vowel nuclei define syllable boundaries. No exceptions.
• de /de/ - Open syllable. Rule: Vowel nuclei define syllable boundaries. No exceptions.

7. Edge Case Review:

The consonant cluster 'ds' in sides is a common feature in Nynorsk and doesn't present a significant syllabification challenge. The softening of the 'd' is a phonetic variation, not a syllabic one.

8. Grammatical Role:

"avsidesliggande" functions primarily as an adjective. Syllabification and stress remain consistent regardless of its grammatical role within a sentence.

9. Definition & Semantics:

• Definition: Remote, secluded, out-of-the-way.
• Grammatical Category: Adjective
• Translation: Remote, secluded, isolated
• Synonyms: einsam (lonely), fjernt (distant), isolert (isolated)
• Antonyms: sentral (central), nær (near)
• Examples: "Ein avsidesliggande hytte" (A remote cabin). "De budde i eit avsidesliggande område." (They lived in a secluded area).

10. Alternative Pronunciations/Regional Variations:

Regional variations in Nynorsk pronunciation might affect the degree of 'd' softening in sides, but the core syllabification remains consistent.

11. Phonological Comparison:

• fjellside /ˈfjelːˌsiːdə/ (mountainside): 3 syllables - fjel-li-de. Similar structure with a consonant cluster in the onset.
• landsbygda /ˈlɑnsˌbʏɡda/ (the countryside): 4 syllables - lands-byg-da. Demonstrates vowel-consonant syllable division.
• vedsiden /ˈveːdsiːden/ (beside): 3 syllables - ved-si-den. Similar onset consonant cluster.

These comparisons demonstrate the consistent application of Nynorsk syllabification rules, prioritizing vowel nuclei and maximizing onsets.