grunnlovsparagraf
Syllables
grunn-lov-spar-a-graf
Pronunciation
/ˈɡrʉnːlɔvspaɾaɡraf/
Stress
01000
Morphemes
grunn, lov, sparagraf
The word 'grunnlovsparagraf' is a compound noun in Nynorsk, divided into five syllables: grunn-lov-spar-a-graf. Primary stress falls on 'lov'. Syllabification follows onset maximization and avoidance of stranded consonants. The word consists of multiple roots with Old Norse and French/Greek origins.
Definitions
- 1
A specific section or article within a constitution.
Constitution paragraph
“Denne grunnlovsparagrafen er viktig for ytringsfridommen.”
“De diskuterte endringer i grunnlovsparagrafen.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('lov'). The stress pattern is typical for Nynorsk compound nouns, where the second element receives the primary stress.
Syllables
grunn — Open syllable, containing a long vowel and a nasal consonant. Unstressed.. lov — Open syllable, containing a short vowel. Primary stressed syllable.. spar — Open syllable, containing a short vowel and a rhotic consonant. Unstressed.. a — Open syllable, containing a short vowel. Unstressed.. graf — Closed syllable, containing a short vowel and a plosive consonant. Unstressed.
Similar Words
Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are included in the onset of the syllable whenever possible (e.g., 'spr' in 'spar').
Avoidance of Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not left isolated at the end of a syllable unless necessary (e.g., 'a' is a separate syllable).
Vowel-Centric Syllables
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
- The 'spr' cluster is a common onset in Nynorsk and doesn't pose a significant syllabification challenge.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation might exist, but they do not affect the core syllable division.
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