embetsforsømmelse
Syllables
em-bets-forsøm-mel-se
Pronunciation
/ˈɛmbɛtsfɔʂœmːəlʃə/
Stress
01000
Morphemes
embets + forsøm + else
The word 'embetsforsømmelse' is divided into five syllables: em-bets-forsøm-mel-se. The primary stress falls on 'forsøm'. It's a noun meaning 'dereliction of duty', formed from the prefix 'embets-', root 'forsøm-', and suffix '-else'. Syllabification follows Nynorsk rules prioritizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
Neglect of official duties; dereliction of office.
Dereliction of duty, malfeasance, official misconduct.
“Han ble anklaget for grov embetsforsømmelse.”
“Embetsforsømmelsen førte til store økonomiske tap.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('forsøm'). This is typical for Nynorsk nouns with multiple syllables.
Syllables
em — Open syllable, initial syllable.. bets — Closed syllable, containing a consonant cluster 'bts'.. forsøm — Stressed, closed syllable. Contains the root of the word.. mel — Open syllable.. se — Open syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are generally included in the following syllable's onset (e.g., 'bets', 'forsøm').
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not left at the end of a syllable unless necessary (e.g., 'mel', 'se').
- The 'rs' cluster is treated as part of the onset.
- The double 'm' in 'forsømmelse' does not pose a syllabification issue.
- Regional variations in pronunciation might slightly affect syllable boundaries, but the core structure remains consistent.
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