Hyphenation ofelektroencefalogram
Syllable Division:
e-lek-tro-en-se-fa-lo-gram
Phonetic Transcription:(how the word sounds using IPA symbols)
/ˈelɛktɾoˌɛnsəfaloˈɡram/
Stress Pattern:(which syllables are emphasized when speaking)
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Primary stress falls on the final syllable 'gram'. Secondary stress on 'se' in 'encefalo'. Initial syllable 'e' is unstressed.
Syllables are the building blocks of words - each one typically contains a vowel sound
Open syllable, initial stress on 'lek'. Contains a rhotic consonant.
Multiple open syllables. Secondary stress on 'se'. Contains a schwa sound.
Closed syllable, primary stress. Contains a velar fricative.
Morphemes are the smallest meaningful parts of words: prefixes (beginning), roots (core meaning), and suffixes (ending)
Prefix: elektro-
From Greek 'elektron' meaning electricity. Indicates electrical activity.
Root: encefalo-
From Greek 'enkephalos' meaning brain. Core meaning relating to the brain.
Suffix: -gram
From Greek 'gramma' meaning record. Indicates a recording or representation.
A recording of the electrical activity of the brain.
Translation: Electroencephalogram
Examples:
"Legen bestilte eit elektroencefalogram for å undersøke pasienten."
Words with similar syllable patterns or pronunciation features
Similar syllable structure with consonant clusters and stress pattern.
Similar length and complexity, demonstrating Nynorsk compound word formation.
Demonstrates the Nynorsk tendency to create onsets and the use of loanwords.
The linguistic principles used to determine where syllables begin and end
Maximize Onsets
Nynorsk prioritizes creating consonant-vowel (CV) combinations whenever possible.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are generally not left at the end of a syllable unless necessary due to morphemic boundaries.
Important exceptions or unusual features in this word's pronunciation or structure
The 'ncef' cluster is a potential edge case but is permissible in Nynorsk, especially in loanwords.
Regional variations in the pronunciation of /r/ (rhotic approximant) may exist.
Summary:
The word 'elektroencefalogram' is divided into eight syllables based on Nynorsk phonological rules, prioritizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants. It's a compound noun with Greek and Latin roots, stressed on the final syllable. The syllable division reflects the morphemic structure of the word.
Detailed Analysis:
Norwegian Nynorsk Word Analysis: elektroencefalogram
1. Examination & Pronunciation:
The word "elektroencefalogram" is a compound noun borrowed from Greek and Latin roots, commonly used in medical contexts. In Nynorsk, it's pronounced with relatively consistent vowel and consonant sounds, though some regional variations exist. The 'e' is generally pronounced as /e/, and the 'o' as /o/. The 'g' is a velar fricative /ɣ/.
2. Syllable Division:
Following Nynorsk syllable division rules, which prioritize maximizing onsets (consonant-vowel combinations) and avoiding stranded consonants, the word is divided as follows (see JSON output for the orthographic representation).
3. Morphemic Analysis:
- elektro-: Prefix, from Greek elektron (ἤλεκτρον) meaning "amber, electricity". Morphological function: indicates relation to electricity.
- encefalo-: Root, from Greek enkephalos (ἐγκέφαλος) meaning "brain". Morphological function: core meaning relating to the brain.
- -gram: Suffix, from Greek gramma (γράμμα) meaning "something written, record". Morphological function: indicates a recording or representation.
4. Stress Identification:
The primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable: ence-fa-lo-gram. This is typical for Nynorsk nouns with multiple syllables.
5. Phonetic Transcription:
/ˈelɛktɾoˌɛnsəfaloˈɡram/
6. Edge Case Review:
The sequence "ncef" is a potential edge case, as consonant clusters can be complex. However, Nynorsk allows for such clusters, particularly in loanwords. The 'r' is often a rhotic approximant /ɾ/.
7. Grammatical Role:
"Elektroencefalogram" functions primarily as a noun. Syllabification and stress remain consistent regardless of its grammatical role within a sentence.
8. Definition & Semantics:
- Definition: A recording of the electrical activity of the brain.
- Translation: Electroencephalogram (English)
- Grammatical Category: Noun (masculine gender in Nynorsk)
- Synonyms: EEG (abbreviation)
- Antonyms: None directly applicable.
- Examples:
- "Legen bestilte eit elektroencefalogram for å undersøke pasienten." (The doctor ordered an electroencephalogram to examine the patient.)
9. Phonological Comparison:
- telefonsvarer: te-le-fons-sva-rer. Similar syllable structure with consonant clusters. Stress on the penultimate syllable.
- universitet: u-ni-ver-si-te-t. Similar in length and complexity. Stress on the third syllable from the end.
- datamaskin: da-ta-mas-kin. Shorter, but demonstrates the Nynorsk tendency to create onsets. Stress on the last syllable.
The differences in stress placement are due to the varying number of syllables and the inherent stress patterns of the root morphemes.
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