Hyphenation ofgjennomskinnelig
Syllable Division:
gjen-om-skinn-e-lig
Phonetic Transcription:(how the word sounds using IPA symbols)
/ˌɡjønːʊmˈʃɪnːəˌliːɡ/
Stress Pattern:(which syllables are emphasized when speaking)
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Primary stress falls on the final syllable 'lig'. Secondary stress on 'skinn'.
Syllables are the building blocks of words - each one typically contains a vowel sound
Onset-rime syllable, complex onset 'gj', vowel lengthening due to double 'n'
Simple syllable, vowel-coda structure
Onset-rime syllable, complex onset 'sk', vowel lengthening due to double 'n'
Single vowel syllable
Onset-rime syllable, receives primary stress
Morphemes are the smallest meaningful parts of words: prefixes (beginning), roots (core meaning), and suffixes (ending)
Prefix: gjenn-
Old Norse *geinn-*, meaning 'through', intensifier
Root: skinn-
Old Norse *skinn*, meaning 'skin, appearance'
Suffix: -elig
From Middle Low German *-lik*, ultimately from Latin *-bilis*, adjectival suffix
Transparent, translucent, see-through
Translation: Transparent
Examples:
"Et gjennomskinnelig gardin"
"Vannet var gjennomskinnelig."
Words with similar syllable patterns or pronunciation features
Shares the 'gjenn-' prefix and '-lig' suffix, similar syllable structure.
Shares the 'gjenn-' prefix and '-lig' suffix, demonstrating consistent morpheme syllabification.
Shares the 'skinn-' root, illustrating consistent syllabification of this morpheme.
The linguistic principles used to determine where syllables begin and end
Onset-Rime Division
Syllables are divided based on the onset (initial consonant cluster) and rime (vowel and following consonants).
Single Vowel Syllable
A single vowel constitutes a syllable on its own.
Important exceptions or unusual features in this word's pronunciation or structure
The 'gj' cluster can have slight regional pronunciation variations.
Double consonants indicate vowel lengthening, affecting syllable weight.
Potential palatalization of 'g' before 'j' in some dialects.
Summary:
The word 'gjennomskinnelig' is divided into five syllables: gjen-om-skinn-e-lig. It consists of the prefix 'gjenn-', the root 'skinn-', and the suffix '-elig'. Primary stress falls on the final syllable 'lig'. Syllabification follows onset-rime division rules, with considerations for vowel lengthening due to double consonants and potential regional variations in pronunciation.
Detailed Analysis:
Analysis of "gjennomskinnelig" (Norwegian Nynorsk)
1. Pronunciation: The word is pronounced approximately as [ˈɡjɔnːʊmˌʃɪnːəˈliːɡ] (though regional variations exist, as noted later).
2. Syllable Division: gjenn-om-skinn-e-lig
3. Morphemic Analysis:
- Prefix: gjenn- (Old Norse geinn- meaning 'through'). Function: Intensifier, indicating completion or thoroughness.
- Root: skinn- (Old Norse skinn meaning 'skin, hide, appearance'). Function: Core meaning relating to visibility or appearance.
- Suffix: -elig (from Middle Low German -lik, ultimately from Latin -bilis meaning 'able to be'). Function: Adjectival suffix, indicating capability or quality.
4. Stress Identification: The primary stress falls on the final syllable: li-lig. A secondary stress is present on skinn.
5. Phonetic Transcription: /ˌɡjønːʊmˈʃɪnːəˌliːɡ/
6. Syllable Breakdown & Rule Application:
- gjen-: /ɡjønː/ - Rule: Onset-rime division. 'gj' is a complex onset, followed by 'enn' forming the rime. Potential exception: The 'g' can sometimes be palatalized before 'j' in certain dialects.
- -om: /ʊm/ - Rule: Onset-rime division. 'o' is the nucleus, 'm' the coda.
- -skinn-: /ˈʃɪnː/ - Rule: Onset-rime division. 'sk' is a complex onset, 'inn' is the rime.
- -e: /ˈe/ - Rule: Single vowel constitutes a syllable.
- -lig: /liːɡ/ - Rule: Onset-rime division. 'li' is the nucleus, 'g' is the coda. This syllable receives primary stress.
7. Exceptions/Special Cases: The 'gj' cluster is a common initial cluster in Norwegian, but its pronunciation can vary slightly regionally. The double consonants ('nn') indicate vowel lengthening, which affects syllable weight.
8. Grammatical Role & Syllabification: "gjennomskinnelig" primarily functions as an adjective. Syllabification remains consistent regardless of grammatical function.
9. Definition & Semantics:
- Definition: Transparent, translucent, see-through.
- Grammatical Category: Adjective
- Translation: Transparent
- Synonyms: klar (clear), gjennomsiktig (translucent)
- Antonyms: ugjennomsiktig (opaque)
- Examples: "Et gjennomskinnelig gardin" (A transparent curtain). "Vannet var gjennomskinnelig." (The water was transparent.)
10. Regional Variations: In some dialects, the vowel in "gjennom" might be slightly different, potentially affecting the syllable weight and pronunciation. The 'r' sound can also vary.
11. Phonological Comparison:
- "gjennomførlig" (feasible): gjenn-om-fø-rlig. Similar structure with gjenn- prefix and -lig suffix.
- "gjennomsnittlig" (average): gjenn-oms-nitt-lig. Similar gjenn- prefix and -lig suffix, but with an additional syllable.
- "skinnende" (shining): skinn-en-de. Shares the skinn- root, demonstrating consistent syllabification of this morpheme.
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