parapsykologisk
Syllables
pa-ra-psy-ko-lo-gisk
Pronunciation
/paˈrapsykɔlɔɡisk/
Stress
001000
Morphemes
para- + psyko- + -logisk
The word 'parapsykologisk' is divided into six syllables: pa-ra-psy-ko-lo-gisk. The primary stress falls on 'psy'. It's morphologically composed of the prefix 'para-', the root 'psyko-', and the suffix '-logisk'. Syllable division follows onset maximization and vowel sequencing rules, with the 'ps' cluster treated as a single onset.
Definitions
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Relating to the study of paranormal phenomena, such as telepathy, clairvoyance, and psychokinesis.
Parapsychological
“Han studerer parapsykologisk forskning.”
“Dette er et parapsykologisk fenomen.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('psy'). Stress pattern recedes from the end, typical for Nynorsk words of this length.
Syllables
pa — Open syllable, unstressed.. ra — Open syllable, unstressed.. psy — Slightly complex onset ('ps'), stressed syllable.. ko — Open syllable, unstressed.. lo — Open syllable, unstressed.. gisk — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
para-
Greek origin, meaning 'beyond, around, against'. Functions as a prefix indicating abnormality.
psyko-
Greek origin (psychē - mind, soul). Forms the core meaning related to the mind.
-logisk
Greek/Latin via international scientific vocabulary (logos - study of, -isk - adjective forming suffix). Indicates relating to the study of.
Similar Words
Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters like 'ps' are maintained as onsets to avoid breaking up natural phonetic units.
Vowel Sequencing
Each vowel sound generally forms the nucleus of a separate syllable, leading to a clear syllable division.
- The 'ps' cluster is relatively uncommon in Nynorsk, but treated as a single onset due to the word's origin.
- Stress placement is influenced by the suffix '-logisk', but the prefix 'para-' shifts it slightly forward.
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