illgjerningsmann
Syllables
ill-gjer-nings-mann
Pronunciation
/ɪlˈɡjæːrnɪŋsmɑn/
Stress
0100
Morphemes
ill- + gjernings- + -mann
The word 'illgjerningsmann' is a compound noun in Nynorsk, divided into four syllables: ill-gjer-nings-mann. Stress falls on the second syllable ('gjer-'). The syllabification follows rules of onset maximization and avoiding stranded consonants, while maintaining the geminate 'll' within a single syllable. It consists of a prefix 'ill-', a root 'gjernings-', and a suffix '-mann'.
Definitions
- 1
A person who commits a wrongdoing or crime.
Criminal, wrongdoer, offender
“Politiet arresterte illgjerningsmannen.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('gjer-'). This is typical for Nynorsk nouns.
Syllables
ill — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster. Contains the prefix 'ill-'. gjer — Stressed syllable, onset cluster 'gj', vowel lengthened.. nings — Closed syllable, contains the root 'gjernings-'.. mann — Open syllable, contains the suffix '-mann'.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Prioritizing consonant clusters at the beginning of syllables to create more complex onsets.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Avoiding leaving single consonants at the end of a syllable unless necessary.
Geminate Constraint
Keeping geminate consonants (like 'll') within a single syllable.
- The geminate 'll' could theoretically be split, but Nynorsk generally maintains geminates within a syllable.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation might exist, but do not significantly alter syllable boundaries.
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