ekteskapslovgivning
Syllables
ek-tes-kaps-lov-giv-ning
Pronunciation
/ˈɛktəˌskɑpslɔɡɪvˈniŋ/
Stress
010111
Morphemes
ekte, lov, giv + ning
The word *ekteskapslovgivning* is a complex Nynorsk noun formed from multiple morphemes. Syllable division follows vowel-based rules and consonant cluster preservation. Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable. It refers to marriage legislation.
Definitions
- 1
The body of laws relating to marriage.
Marriage legislation
“Endringar i *ekteskapslovgivning* kan ha store konsekvensar.”
“Ho er ekspert i *ekteskapslovgivning*.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable 'giv' (1). Other syllables are unstressed (0).
Syllables
ek — Open syllable, initial syllable.. tes — Closed syllable, contains a short vowel.. kaps — Closed syllable, contains a consonant cluster.. lov — Open syllable, root of the word.. giv — Open syllable, root of the word.. ning — Closed syllable, suffix, final syllable.
Word Parts
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Vowel-based division
Syllables are formed around vowel sounds.
Consonant cluster rule
Consonant clusters are generally kept together within a syllable.
Penultimate stress
Nynorsk often places stress on the penultimate syllable in longer words.
- The word is a compound, and the syllable division reflects the individual morphemes. The *skaps* cluster is a common feature of Nynorsk morphology and doesn't require division.
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