retrettstilling
The word 'retrettstilling' is a compound noun in Nynorsk, divided into four syllables: re-trett-stil-ling. Stress falls on the first syllable. It's composed of a French/Latin-derived root ('retrett') and an Old Norse-derived suffix ('stilling'). Syllable division follows onset maximization and vowel peak principles, maintaining the geminate consonant within a single syllable.
Definitions
- 1
The position or formation taken during a retreat.
Retreat position
“Soldatane gjekk over i retrettstilling.”
“Han måtte ta retrettstilling for å unngå konfrontasjon.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('re'). Nynorsk generally stresses the first syllable of a word, especially in compound nouns.
Syllables
re — Open syllable, stressed.. trett — Closed syllable, contains a geminate consonant.. stil — Closed syllable, common onset cluster.. ling — Closed syllable.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are generally kept together in the onset of a syllable (e.g., 'st' in 'stilling').
Vowel Peak
Each syllable must contain a vowel.
Geminate Maintenance
Geminate consonants (like 'tt') are typically kept within the same syllable.
- The geminate 'tt' is a key feature of Nynorsk pronunciation.
- Regional variations in pronunciation might affect vowel length, but syllable division remains consistent.
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