ekteskapskontrakt
Syllables
ek-tes-kap-skon-trakt
Pronunciation
/ˈɛktəˌskɑpˌkɔntʁakt/
Stress
10000
Morphemes
ekte- + -skapskontrakt
The word *ekteskapskontrakt* is divided into five syllables: ek-tes-kap-skon-trakt. The primary stress falls on the first syllable ('ek'). It's a compound noun formed from 'ekte-' (genuine), '-skap' (state), and 'kontrakt' (contract). Syllable division follows Nynorsk rules prioritizing onset maximization and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
A legal agreement outlining the terms of property ownership and financial arrangements in the event of divorce or separation.
Marriage contract
“Paret signerte ein *ekteskapskontrakt* før bryllaupet.”
“Ho rådførte seg med ein advokat om *ekteskapskontrakten*.”
syn:ekteskapsavtale
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('ek'). This is typical for Nynorsk nouns with multiple syllables.
Syllables
ek — Open syllable, initial syllable, stressed.. tes — Closed syllable, contains a short vowel.. kap — Closed syllable, contains a long vowel.. skon — Closed syllable, contains a short vowel.. trakt — Closed syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters like 'sk' and 'ktr' are maintained at the beginning of syllables whenever possible.
Avoidance of Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not left at the end of a syllable without a following vowel.
Vowel-Centric Syllabification
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
- The 'ktr' cluster is a permissible onset in Nynorsk, despite its complexity.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation might exist, but do not affect syllable division.
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