håndbrannslokker
The word 'håndbrannslokker' is a compound noun in Nynorsk, divided into four syllables: hånd-brann-slok-ker. Stress falls on the second syllable ('brann'). The word is composed of the morphemes 'hånd' (hand), 'brann' (fire), 'slokk' (extinguish), and '-er' (noun marker). Syllable division follows onset maximization and vowel-centric principles.
Definitions
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A portable device used to extinguish fires, typically operated by hand.
Hand fire extinguisher
“Han tok tak i håndbrannslokkeren.”
“Det er viktig å ha en håndbrannslokker i bilen.”
syn:brannslokkar
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('brann'). This is typical for Nynorsk nouns.
Syllables
hånd — Open syllable, potentially with elided 'd'. Contains a long vowel.. brann — Closed syllable with a long vowel and a geminate consonant.. slok — Closed syllable with a long vowel and a geminate consonant.. ker — Closed syllable with a schwa-like vowel.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are kept together in the onset of a syllable whenever possible (e.g., 'brann').
Vowel-Centric Syllables
Each syllable typically contains one vowel sound.
Compound Word Syllabification
Compound words are syllabified based on the individual morphemes that compose them.
- The pronunciation of the 'd' in 'hånd' can be elided in rapid speech.
- Regional dialects might influence vowel qualities.
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