driftsomkostning
Syllables
drif-tsom-kost-ning
Pronunciation
/ˈdrɪftsɔmkɔstniŋ/
Stress
0100
Morphemes
drift- + kost- + -ning
The word 'driftsomkostning' is divided into four syllables: drif-tsom-kost-ning. Stress falls on 'tsom'. It's a compound noun formed from 'drift', 'som', 'kost', and '-ning', meaning operating costs. Syllable division follows onset maximization and vowel peak principles.
Definitions
- 1
Expenses incurred in running a business or organization.
Operating costs
“De høge driftsomkostningane førte til tap.”
“Vi må redusere driftsomkostningane.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('som').
Syllables
drif — Open syllable, onset cluster 'dr'. tsom — Closed syllable, onset cluster 'ts', stressed syllable. kost — Closed syllable. ning — Closed syllable
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters ('dr', 'ts') are kept together as onsets.
Vowel Peak Principle
Each syllable contains a vowel.
Avoidance of Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not left at the end of a syllable unless part of a cluster.
- The pronunciation of 'r' can vary regionally.
- Compound word stress typically falls on the second element.
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