grunnvannsreservoar
Syllables
grunn-vanns-re-ser-vo-ar
Pronunciation
/ˈɡrʊnːvɑnsrɛsɛrˈvɔɑr/
Stress
001100
Morphemes
grunn, vann, reservoar + s
The word 'grunnvannsreservoar' is a compound noun in Nynorsk, divided into six syllables: grunn-vanns-re-ser-vo-ar. Primary stress falls on 'ser'. The syllabification follows the principles of maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants, with each syllable containing a vowel sound. It is composed of multiple roots and a linking morpheme.
Definitions
- 1
A natural or artificial storage place for groundwater.
Groundwater reservoir
“Kommunen investerer i eit nytt grunnvannsreservoar.”
“Grunnvannsreservoaret er viktig for drikkevatnforsyninga.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable 'ser'. The first two syllables 'grunn' and 'vanns' are unstressed. 're', 'vo', and 'ar' are also unstressed.
Syllables
grunn — Open syllable, containing a long vowel and a nasal consonant. Not stressed.. vanns — Closed syllable, containing a short vowel and a nasal consonant. Not stressed.. re — Open syllable, containing a short vowel. Pre-stress.. ser — Open syllable, containing a short vowel. Primary stress.. vo — Open syllable, containing a short vowel. Not stressed.. ar — Open syllable, containing a short vowel. Not stressed.
Word Parts
Similar Words
Maximize Onsets
Consonants are included in the onset of the syllable whenever possible, as seen in 'vanns' and 'reservoar'.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not left without a following vowel, ensuring each syllable has a vowel sound.
Vowel-centric Syllabification
Each syllable is built around a vowel sound, as is standard in Nynorsk.
- The 'nn' cluster in 'vanns' doesn't affect the syllabification, but can have slight pronunciation variations.
- Regional variations in vowel qualities and 'r' retroflexion do not alter the syllable division.
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