samfunnsvitskap
Syllables
sam-funn-svits-kap
Pronunciation
/ˈsɑmˌfʊnːsˌvɪtskaːp/
Stress
0100
Morphemes
sam + funn + svitskap
The word 'samfunnsvitskap' is divided into four syllables: sam-funn-svits-kap. Stress falls on the second syllable ('funn'). The word is a compound noun formed from Old Norse roots, meaning 'social science'. Syllable division follows Nynorsk rules maximizing onsets and respecting vowel sequences.
Definitions
- 1
Social science; the study of human society and social relationships.
Social science
“Ho studerer samfunnsvitskap på universitetet.”
“Samfunnsvitskap er viktig for å forstå verda.”
syn:Samfunnsfagant:Naturvitskap
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('funn'). This is typical for Nynorsk nouns of this length.
Syllables
sam — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. funn — Closed syllable, vowel followed by geminate consonant cluster.. svits — Open syllable, vowel preceded by consonant cluster.. kap — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onset
Consonant clusters are generally included in the onset of the following syllable.
Vowel Sequence
Each vowel generally forms the nucleus of a separate syllable.
- Geminate consonants ('nn') are common and don't prevent syllable division.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may exist but don't significantly alter syllabification.
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