Hyphenation ofdjevelutdrivelse

Analysis of "djevelutdrivelse" (Norwegian Nynorsk)

1. Pronunciation Considerations:

The word "djevelutdrivelse" is a compound noun in Nynorsk. It's pronounced with a relatively consistent vowel quality throughout, though the 'e' sounds can vary slightly depending on dialect. The 'dj' is a single phoneme /d͡ʒ/ in Nynorsk.

2. Syllable Division:

Following Nynorsk syllable division rules, which prioritize maximizing onsets and respecting vowel sequences, the word breaks down as follows (using only the original letters):

3. Morphemic Analysis:

• djevel-: Prefix, from Middle Low German devel meaning "devil". Morphological function: denotes the agent or source of the action.
• ut-: Prefix, from Old Norse út, meaning "out". Morphological function: indicates expulsion or removal.
• drivelse: Root/Suffix, from Old Norse drifla meaning "to drive away, expel". Functions as a noun suffix indicating the act of driving away.

4. Stress Identification:

The primary stress falls on the third syllable: driv-else. Nynorsk generally stresses the first syllable of the root.

5. Phonetic Transcription:

/d͡ʒɛvəlʊtˈdrivəlʃə/

6. Syllable Breakdown & Rule Application:

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

• dje-: /d͡ʒɛ/ - Open syllable. Rule: Consonant clusters are generally maintained as onsets. Exception: The 'dj' is treated as a single onset.
• vel-: /vɛl/ - Open syllable. Rule: Vowel followed by consonant.
• ut-: /ʊt/ - Open syllable. Rule: Vowel followed by consonant.
• dri-: /ˈdri/ - Open syllable, stressed. Rule: Vowel followed by consonant. Stress falls here due to the root.
• vel-: /vɛl/ - Open syllable. Rule: Vowel followed by consonant.
• se: /ʃə/ - Open syllable. Rule: Vowel following consonant.

7. Edge Case Review:

The 'dj' cluster is a relatively common initial cluster in Nynorsk, and is treated as a single onset. The vowel sequences are straightforward and don't present any unusual challenges.

8. Grammatical Role:

The word is primarily a noun. Syllabification and stress remain consistent regardless of grammatical function, as it's a single, inflexible word form.

9. Definition & Semantics:

• Word: djevelutdrivelse
• Part of Speech: Noun (feminine)
• Definitions:
  • "The act of driving out the devil; exorcism."
  • "A forceful expulsion of evil or undesirable elements."
• Translation: Exorcism
• Synonyms: eksorsisme (Bokmål equivalent), utdriving av djevelen
• Antonyms: besettelse (possession)
• Examples:
  • "Presten utførte ei djevelutdrivelse." (The priest performed an exorcism.)
  • "Ho følte behov for ei åndelig djevelutdrivelse." (She felt the need for a spiritual exorcism.)

10. Alternative Pronunciations/Regional Variations:

Regional variations in vowel quality are possible, particularly in the 'e' sounds. Some dialects might pronounce the 'dj' slightly differently, but the syllable division remains consistent.

11. Phonological Comparison:

• himmelutdrivelse (expulsion from heaven): him-mel-ut-dri-vel-se. Similar structure, stress on 'dri'.
• problemutdrivelse (expulsion of problems): pro-blem-ut-dri-vel-se. Similar structure, stress on 'dri'.
• fryktutdrivelse (expulsion of fear): frykt-ut-dri-vel-se. Similar structure, stress on 'dri'.

These words demonstrate the consistent application of the 'ut-drivelse' pattern, with stress consistently falling on the 'dri' syllable of the root. The initial consonant clusters are also handled similarly.