fjersynsselskap
Syllables
fjer-syn-s-sels-kap
Pronunciation
/ˈfjerːnˌsynːsˌsɛlskɑp/
Stress
0100
Morphemes
fjern- + syn- + selskap
The word 'fjernsynsselskap' is a compound noun in Nynorsk, divided into five syllables: fjer-syn-s-sels-kap. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable 'sels'. The morphemes originate from Old Norse, and the syllable division follows rules maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
A company that broadcasts television programs.
Television company
“Det nye fjernsynsselskapet sender mange spennende serier.”
“Fjernsynsselskapet har vunnet flere priser.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable 'sels'. This is typical for Nynorsk nouns.
Syllables
fjer — Open syllable, onset cluster /fjer/. Contains a diphthong.. syn — Open syllable, onset /s/, nucleus /ʏ/. Contains a rounded front vowel.. s-sels — Closed syllable, onset /s/, nucleus /ɛ/, coda /ls/. Contains a short vowel.. kap — Closed syllable, onset /k/, nucleus /ɑ/, coda /p/. Contains a back vowel.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are generally included in the onset of the syllable whenever possible (e.g., 'fjer').
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not left at the end of a syllable unless necessary due to vowel sequences or morpheme boundaries (e.g., 's-sels').
Vowel as Syllable Nucleus
Each syllable must have a vowel nucleus.
- The linking 's' between 'syn' and 'selskap' is a common feature in Norwegian compound words and influences syllable division.
- Double consonants (nn, ss) do not pose a significant challenge to syllable division.
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