besetningsmedlem
Syllables
be-set-nings-med-lem
Pronunciation
/bəˈsɛtnɪŋsˈmɛdləm/
Stress
01000
Morphemes
be- + setning + medlem
The word 'besetningsmedlem' is a compound noun in Nynorsk, divided into five syllables: be-set-nings-med-lem. Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('set-'). The morphemic structure consists of a prefix 'be-', root 'setning', and suffix 'medlem'. Syllable division follows Nynorsk rules prioritizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
A member of the crew (of a ship, aircraft, etc.).
Crew member
“Eit besetningsmedlem vart skada.”
“Alle besetningsmedlemene er trygge.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('set-'). Nynorsk compounds typically stress the first syllable of the root word.
Syllables
be — Open syllable, unstressed.. set — Closed syllable, primary stressed.. nings — Closed syllable, unstressed.. med — Open syllable, unstressed.. lem — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Attempting to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of each syllable (e.g., 'stn' in 'setnings').
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Avoiding leaving single consonants at the end of a syllable unless necessary.
Vowel-Centric Syllables
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
- The consonant cluster 'stn' is relatively complex but permissible in Nynorsk.
- The genitive marker '-s-' can be pronounced as a schwa /ə/ or elided in rapid speech.
- Regional variations in vowel qualities may exist, but syllable division remains consistent.
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