forhåndsmeining
Syllables
for-hånds-mei-ning
Pronunciation
/fɔrˈhɔːndsˌmæɪnɪŋ/
Stress
0100
Morphemes
for- + hånds- + -meining
The word 'forhåndsmeining' is divided into four syllables: for-hånds-mei-ning. The primary stress falls on 'hånds'. It's a compound noun formed from the prefix 'for-', the root 'hånds-', and the suffix '-meining', meaning a preconceived opinion. Syllable division follows rules maximizing onsets and respecting vowel sequences.
Definitions
- 1
A preconceived opinion or intention; a preliminary view.
Preconception, prior opinion, pre-judgment.
“Han hadde ei sterk forhåndsmeining om resultatet.”
“Det er viktig å unngå forhåndsmeiningar når du les ein artikkel.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable, 'hånds'. Nynorsk generally stresses the first syllable of the root, but in compounds, the stress can shift slightly.
Syllables
for — Open syllable, containing a short vowel and a voiced fricative.. hånds — Closed syllable, containing a long vowel and a consonant cluster 'nds'. Primary stressed syllable.. mei — Open syllable, containing a diphthong.. ning — Closed syllable, containing a short vowel and a velar nasal.
Word Parts
Similar Words
Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are generally kept together at the beginning of a syllable (e.g., 'hånds').
Vowel Sequences
Vowel sequences are typically divided into separate syllables (e.g., 'mei-ning').
Syllable Weight
Closed syllables (ending in a consonant) are preferred when possible.
- The 'nds' cluster is a common onset and doesn't pose a significant challenge.
- The vowel sequences are standard and follow typical Nynorsk patterns.
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