mindreverdstempel
Syllables
min-dre-verds-tem-pel
Pronunciation
/ˈmɪn.drəˌvɛrds.tɛm.pəl/
Stress
01000
Morphemes
mindre- + verds- + -stempel
The word 'mindreverdsstempel' is a compound noun in Nynorsk, divided into five syllables: min-dre-verds-tem-pel. Stress falls on the third syllable ('verds-'). The syllabification follows rules maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants. It consists of the prefix 'mindre-', the root 'verds-', and the suffix '-stempel'.
Definitions
- 1
A feeling of inferiority; a stamp of low self-worth.
Inferiority complex
“Han bar på eit mindreverdsstempel etter barndommen.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('verds-'). This is typical for Nynorsk compound nouns.
Syllables
min — Open syllable, initial syllable, vowel-initial.. dre — Closed syllable, consonant cluster onset.. verds — Closed syllable, stressed syllable, consonant cluster onset and coda.. tem — Open syllable, vowel-initial.. pel — Closed syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are generally kept together at the beginning of a syllable.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not left at the end of a syllable unless necessary.
Vowel-Initial Syllables
Syllables often begin with vowels.
Stress Placement
Penultimate syllable stress in compound nouns.
- The consonant cluster '-rds-' is a potential edge case, but is permissible in Nynorsk.
- Regional variations in 'r' pronunciation may affect perceived syllable boundaries.
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