avstengningskran
The word 'avstengningskran' is divided into four syllables: av-steng-nings-kran. The primary stress falls on 'steng'. The word is morphologically complex, consisting of a prefix, root, and suffix. Syllable division follows Nynorsk rules of onset maximization and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
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A valve used to shut off the flow of liquid or gas.
Shut-off valve, tap, faucet
“Han skrudde av avstengningskranen.”
“Det er en lekkasje ved avstengningskranen.”
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Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable, 'steng'. Nynorsk generally stresses the first syllable of the root word.
Syllables
av — Open syllable, vowel followed by a glide. Unstressed.. steng — Closed syllable, consonant cluster onset, long vowel. Primary stressed syllable.. nings — Closed syllable, nasal consonant cluster. Unstressed.. kran — Open syllable, consonant cluster onset. Unstressed.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are preferred at the beginning of syllables, as seen in 'steng', 'nings', and 'kran'.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are generally not left at the end of a syllable unless they form part of a diphthong or a consonant cluster.
Vowel Length
Doubled consonants like 'nn' in 'stengnings' lengthen the preceding vowel.
- The 'ng' cluster is treated as a single unit within the syllable.
- Regional variations in vowel quality (e.g., /ɑ/ to /ɔ/) are minimal and do not affect syllable division.
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