frimerkeforretning
Syllables
fri-mer-ke-for-ret-ning
Pronunciation
/ˈfrɪmærkeˌfɔrːɛtnɪŋ/
Stress
010010
Morphemes
for- + merke + -eforretning
The word *frimerkeforretning* is a compound noun meaning 'stamp shop'. It is divided into six syllables: fri-mer-ke-for-ret-ning, with primary stress on the third syllable (*mer*). The division follows vowel-based rules and maintains consonant clusters. The word is morphologically composed of the prefix *for-*, the root *merke*, and the suffix *-eforretning*.
Definitions
- 1
A shop or business that sells stamps.
Stamp shop, stamp dealer
“Han kjøpte frimerker i frimerkeforretningen.”
“Frimerkeforretningen hadde et stort utvalg.”
syn:frimerkehandel
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable (*mer*). The stress pattern is relatively flat, but *mer* is noticeably more prominent.
Syllables
fri — Open syllable, initial syllable, vowel is short.. mer — Closed syllable, stressed syllable, vowel is short.. ke — Open syllable, vowel is short.. for — Open syllable, vowel is long.. ret — Closed syllable, vowel is short.. ning — Closed syllable, vowel is short.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Based Division
Syllables are primarily divided around vowel sounds, creating open and closed syllables.
Consonant Cluster Rule
Consonant clusters (e.g., *rk*) are maintained unless they are exceptionally difficult to pronounce.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may occur.
- The genitive *-e-* is a consistent feature and doesn't introduce ambiguity.
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