gamlehjemsplass
Syllables
gam-le-hjems-plass
Pronunciation
/ˈɡɑmləˌhæjmsˌplɑsː/
Stress
1000
Morphemes
gamal- + hjems- + -plass
The word 'gamlehjemsplass' is a compound noun in Nynorsk, divided into four syllables: gam-le-hjems-plass. Stress falls on the first syllable. Syllable division follows the principles of maximizing onsets and ensuring each syllable contains a vowel peak. The 'hj' cluster and doubled 's' do not affect the syllable division.
Definitions
- 1
A place, typically outdoors, at a nursing home.
Nursing home place/spot
“De sat på gamlehjemsplassen og pratet.”
“Gamlehjemsplassen var full av blomster.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('gam-') as is typical for compound nouns in Nynorsk.
Syllables
gam — Open syllable, stressed.. le — Open syllable, unstressed.. hjems — Closed syllable, unstressed.. plass — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Attempt to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of a syllable.
Vowel Peak
Each syllable must contain a vowel.
Consonant Clusters
Consonant clusters are generally kept together within a syllable.
- The 'hj' cluster is a common initial consonant cluster and doesn't typically trigger syllable division.
- The doubled 's' indicates a long consonant sound, but doesn't affect syllable division.
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