Hyphenation offorutsetningsløs
Syllable Division:
for-ut-set-nings-løs
Phonetic Transcription:(how the word sounds using IPA symbols)
/fɔˈrʉtˌsɛtːnɪŋsˌløːs/
Stress Pattern:(which syllables are emphasized when speaking)
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Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('for-'). The remaining syllables are unstressed.
Syllables are the building blocks of words - each one typically contains a vowel sound
Open syllable, CV structure, unstressed.
Open syllable, VC structure, unstressed.
Closed syllable, CVC structure, unstressed.
Closed syllable, consonant cluster, unstressed.
Open syllable, CVC structure, unstressed.
Morphemes are the smallest meaningful parts of words: prefixes (beginning), roots (core meaning), and suffixes (ending)
Prefix: for-
Old Norse origin, intensifying or 'before'.
Root: ut-set-
Old Norse origin, related to 'to set' or 'place'.
Suffix: -ningsløs
Combination of nominalizing suffix '-nings-' and '-løs' meaning 'without'.
Words with similar syllable patterns or pronunciation features
Similar CVC structure in initial syllables.
Similar open syllable structure in the first syllable.
Similar CVC structure in the middle syllable.
The linguistic principles used to determine where syllables begin and end
Maximize Onsets
Syllables are formed to maximize the number of consonants in the onset position.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not left at the end of a syllable unless necessary due to the word's structure.
CV/CVC Structure
Syllables generally follow a Consonant-Vowel (CV) or Consonant-Vowel-Consonant (CVC) structure.
Important exceptions or unusual features in this word's pronunciation or structure
The 'ng' cluster is treated as a single unit in Nynorsk phonology and doesn't trigger syllable division within it.
Regional variations in vowel quality may exist but do not affect syllable division.
Summary:
The word 'forutsetningsløs' is divided into five syllables: for-ut-set-nings-løs. The primary stress falls on the first syllable. The word is morphologically complex, built from a prefix, root, and multiple suffixes. Syllable division follows standard Nynorsk rules of maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants, resulting in a combination of CV and CVC syllable structures.
Detailed Analysis:
Analysis of "forutsetningsløs" (Norwegian Nynorsk)
1. Pronunciation: The word is pronounced approximately as [fɔˈrʉtˌsɛtːnɪŋsˌløːs].
2. Syllable Division: The syllable division, adhering to the rule of maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants, is: for-ut-set-nings-løs.
3. Morphemic Analysis:
- Prefix: for- (Old Norse fǫr-), meaning "before," "in advance," or intensifying.
- Root: ut- (Old Norse útr-), meaning "out". Combined with set- forms the verb setja (to set, place).
- Suffix: -setnings- (from setning - setting, condition, premise) - nominalizing suffix, creating a noun-like element.
- Suffix: -løs (Old Norse lauss), meaning "without," "free from."
4. Stress Identification: The primary stress falls on the first syllable: for- (fɔˈrʉt...).
5. Phonetic Transcription: /fɔˈrʉtˌsɛtːnɪŋsˌløːs/
6. Syllable Breakdown & Rule Application:
- for-: /fɔr/ - Open syllable. Rule: Consonant-Vowel (CV) structure. No exceptions.
- ut-: /ʉt/ - Open syllable. Rule: Vowel-Consonant (VC) structure. No exceptions.
- set-: /sɛt/ - Closed syllable. Rule: Consonant-Vowel-Consonant (CVC) structure. No exceptions.
- nings-: /nɪŋs/ - Closed syllable. Rule: Consonant cluster followed by vowel. The 'ng' is treated as a single unit in Nynorsk phonology. No exceptions.
- løs-: /løːs/ - Open syllable. Rule: Consonant-Vowel-Consonant (CVC) structure. No exceptions.
7. Edge Case Review: Nynorsk allows for relatively free syllable structure compared to some other languages. The 'ng' cluster is common and doesn't typically trigger syllable division within it.
8. Grammatical Role: The word is an adjective. Syllabification and stress remain consistent regardless of grammatical function.
9. Definition & Semantics:
- Definition: Without preconditions; unconditional.
- Translation: Unconditional, without prerequisites.
- Grammatical Category: Adjective
- Synonyms: ubetinga, fritt
- Antonyms: betinga, vilkårleg
- Examples: "Eit forutsetningsløst tilbod." (An unconditional offer.)
10. Alternative Pronunciations/Regional Variations: Regional variations in vowel quality are possible, but they don't significantly alter the syllable division. Some dialects might slightly reduce the vowel in unstressed syllables.
11. Phonological Comparison:
- forståelse (understanding): for-stå-el-se - Similar CVC structure in the first two syllables.
- utvikling (development): ut-vi-kling - Similar open syllable structure in the first syllable.
- vanskelig (difficult): van-skel-ig - Similar CVC structure in the second syllable.
These words demonstrate the consistent application of CV and CVC syllable structures in Nynorsk. The presence of consonant clusters, like 'sk' and 'ng', is handled similarly across these examples.
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