norskkontrollert
Syllables
norsk-kon-troll-ert
Pronunciation
/ˈnɔrskkɔnˌtrɔlːɛrt/
Stress
0100
Morphemes
norsk + kontroll + ert
The word 'norskkontrollert' is divided into four syllables: norsk-kon-troll-ert. It consists of a Norwegian prefix, a Romance-derived root, and a Germanic suffix. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable. Syllable division follows rules maximizing onsets and respecting vowel length, with geminate consonants belonging to the following syllable.
Definitions
- 1
Controlled by Norwegians; under Norwegian control.
Norwegian-controlled
“Et norskkontrollert selskap”
“Ressursene er norskkontrollert.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('kon'). Nynorsk generally favors penultimate stress.
Syllables
norsk — Open syllable, containing a short vowel. The 'sk' cluster forms the onset.. kon — Closed syllable, containing a short vowel and ending in a consonant.. troll — Closed syllable, containing a long vowel and ending in a consonant. The 'll' is a geminate consonant.. ert — Closed syllable, containing a short vowel and ending in a consonant. This syllable carries the past participle suffix.
Word Parts
Similar Words
Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are generally kept together at the beginning of a syllable.
Vowel Length
Long vowels often form the nucleus of a syllable.
Geminate Consonants
Geminate consonants typically belong to the following syllable.
- The 'skk' cluster is a common feature in Norwegian and influences the syllable division.
- The geminate 'll' consonant is treated as belonging to the following syllable.
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