Hyphenation ofmaksimumstemperatur

Norwegian Nynorsk Word Analysis: maksimumstemperatur

1. Examination & Pronunciation:

The word "maksimumstemperatur" (maximum temperature) is a compound noun in Norwegian Nynorsk. It's pronounced with relatively straightforward vowel and consonant sounds, though the cluster "ks" and the final "tur" require attention. The word is relatively long, and syllable division needs to account for the complex consonant clusters.

2. Syllable Division:

Following Nynorsk syllable division rules, which generally favor onsets and codas being as large as phonotactically permissible, and prioritizing vowel separation, the division is as follows (see JSON output for the orthographic representation).

3. Morphemic Analysis:

• maksimum - (Latin maximum) - Prefix/Root: meaning "maximum," "highest." Functions as an intensifying element.
• stem - (Proto-Germanic *stam-) - Root: meaning "stem," "stalk," in this context, "temperature stem."
• peratur - (Latin temperatura) - Suffix: meaning "temperature." Derived from temperare (to mix, moderate). This suffix is common in scientific terminology.

4. Stress Identification:

The primary stress falls on the third syllable: "maks-i-mu-stem-pe-ra-tur". Nynorsk generally stresses the first syllable of the root, or the syllable immediately preceding it if the root is complex.

5. Phonetic Transcription:

/mɑksɪˈmʉstɛmpr̩atur/

6. Edge Case Review:

The "ks" cluster is common in Norwegian and doesn't typically cause syllable division issues. The final "tur" is a relatively common coda and is treated as a single syllable.

7. Grammatical Role:

The word functions solely as a noun. Syllabification and stress remain consistent regardless of its grammatical context within a sentence.

8. Definition & Semantics:

• maksimumstemperatur: (noun)
  • Definition: The highest temperature reached.
  • Translation: Maximum temperature
  • Synonyms: høgstemperatur (high temperature)
  • Antonyms: minimumstemperatur (minimum temperature)
  • Examples:
    • "I dag blei maksimumstemperaturen målt til 25 grader." (Today, the maximum temperature was measured at 25 degrees.)
    • "Det er venta ein høg maksimumstemperatur i helga." (A high maximum temperature is expected this weekend.)

9. Phonological Comparison:

• minimumstemperatur (minimum temperature): min-i-mum-stem-pe-ra-tur. Similar structure, stress on the 'mu' syllable.
• gjennomsnittstemperatur (average temperature): gjennomsnitt-stem-pe-ra-tur. Longer onset cluster, but similar syllable division pattern.
• vanntemperatur (water temperature): vann-tem-pe-ra-tur. Simpler structure, but shares the "-temperatur" suffix and similar stress patterns.

10. Division Rules:

• Onset Maximization: Syllables attempt to maximize their onsets (consonant clusters at the beginning of a syllable).
• Vowel Separation: Each vowel generally forms the nucleus of a separate syllable.
• Coda Preference: Norwegian allows relatively complex codas (consonant clusters at the end of a syllable).
• Stress-Timing: Stress influences syllable prominence and can affect perceived syllable boundaries.

11. Special Considerations:

Regional variations in pronunciation might slightly alter the perceived syllable boundaries, but the core division remains consistent. The "r" sound in the final syllable is often a retroflex approximant, which can influence its articulation.