likestillingskamp
Syllables
li-ke-stil-lings-kamp
Pronunciation
/ˈlɪkəstɪlɪŋskɑmp/
Stress
10001
Morphemes
like- + still- + -ing
The word 'likestillingskamp' is a compound noun meaning 'struggle for equality'. It is divided into five syllables: li-ke-stil-lings-kamp, with stress on the first syllable. The morphemic analysis reveals Old Norse roots and Germanic suffixes. Syllable division follows onset maximization and vowel peak principles.
Definitions
- 1
A struggle for gender equality.
Struggle for equality (gender equality)
“Likestillingskampen er fortsatt viktig.”
“Hun engasjerte seg i likestillingskampen.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('li'). The remaining syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
li — Open syllable, unstressed.. ke — Open syllable, unstressed.. stil — Closed syllable, unstressed.. lings — Closed syllable, unstressed.. kamp — Closed syllable, stressed.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Syllables attempt to maximize their onsets (initial consonant sounds).
Vowel Peak Principle
Each syllable must contain a vowel nucleus.
Consonant Cluster Resolution
Consonant clusters are broken up to create pronounceable syllables.
- Compound word pronunciation can have some regional variations, but the presented syllable division is the most common.
- The '-s-' connector is a common feature in Nynorsk compound nouns.
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