Hyphenation ofmann-mot-mann-duell

Norwegian Nynorsk Word Analysis: mann-mot-mann-duell

1. Examination & Pronunciation:

The word "mann-mot-mann-duell" is a compound noun in Norwegian Nynorsk. It refers to a one-on-one duel. Pronunciation follows Nynorsk standards, with a relatively even stress distribution, though the final syllable tends to receive slightly more emphasis.

2. Syllable Division:

Following Nynorsk syllable division rules, which generally favor open syllables (CV structure) whenever possible, and respecting consonant clusters, the division is as follows (using only original letters):

3. Morphemic Analysis:

• mann: Root. Old Norse maðr. Meaning "man".
• mot: Prefix. Old Norse móti. Meaning "against". Functions as a preposition incorporated into the compound.
• mann: Root. Old Norse maðr. Meaning "man".
• duell: Root. Borrowed from French duel, ultimately from Latin duellum. Meaning "duel".

4. Stress Identification:

The primary stress falls on the first syllable, "mann". Secondary stress is present on "duell". The stress pattern is relatively flat, typical of Nynorsk compounds.

5. Phonetic Transcription:

/mɑnː mɔt mɑn dʉːl/

6. Edge Case Review:

Nynorsk allows for both hard and soft pronunciation of 'g' and 'k' depending on dialect. This doesn't affect syllable division, but could alter the phonetic realization.

7. Grammatical Role:

The word functions solely as a noun. Syllabification and stress remain consistent regardless of grammatical context, as it's a fixed compound.

8. Definition & Semantics:

• Definition: A duel between two men.
• Grammatical Category: Noun (masculine)
• Translation: Man-against-man duel
• Synonyms: Enkelduell (single duel)
• Antonyms: Lagduell (team duel)
• Examples:
  • "Han utfordret ham til ein mann-mot-mann-duell." (He challenged him to a man-against-man duel.)
  • "Kampen vart avgjort i ein mann-mot-mann-duell." (The match was decided in a man-against-man duel.)

9. Phonological Comparison:

• fotball: /fɔtˌbɑl/ - Syllables: fot-ball. Similar CV structure. Stress on the first syllable.
• datamaskin: /dɑtɑˈmɑʃkin/ - Syllables: da-ta-ma-skin. Compound noun, stress on the third syllable. Demonstrates the tendency for stress to shift in longer compounds.
• barneskole: /ˈbɑːrneskɔlə/ - Syllables: bar-ne-sko-le. Compound noun, stress on the first syllable. Similar to "mann-mot-mann-duell" in initial stress.

Syllable Breakdown Details:

• mann: /mɑnː/ - Open syllable (CV:C). Rule: Maximize open syllables. No exceptions.
• mot: /mɔt/ - Open syllable (CV). Rule: Maximize open syllables. No exceptions.
• mann: /mɑn/ - Open syllable (CV). Rule: Maximize open syllables. No exceptions.
• duell: /dʉːl/ - Open syllable (CV). Rule: Maximize open syllables. No exceptions.

Exceptions/Special Cases:

The compound structure itself is a special case, requiring analysis of each morpheme. The double 'n' in "mann" doesn't affect syllabification.

Division Rules Applied:

1. Maximize Open Syllables: Prioritize creating syllables with a vowel followed by a consonant (CV) or just a vowel (V).
2. Consonant Clusters: Consonant clusters are generally maintained within a syllable unless they are easily separable based on historical or phonetic considerations.