samvittighetsnag
Syllables
sam-vit-tig-hets-nag
Pronunciation
/ˈsɑmvɪtːɪɡhetsnɑɡ/
Stress
01001
Morphemes
sam + vittig + hetsnag
The word 'samvittighetsnag' is a compound noun in Nynorsk, divided into five syllables: sam-vit-tig-hets-nag. Stress falls on the penult. The syllabification follows Nynorsk rules prioritizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants. It consists of a prefix, root, and two suffixes, denoting a feeling of guilt or unease.
Definitions
- 1
A feeling of unease, guilt, or remorse; a prick of conscience.
pang of conscience, twinge of guilt
“Han kjente ein samvittighetsnag etter å ha løge.”
ant:samvitsgod
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penult (second-to-last syllable: 'hets').
Syllables
sam — Open syllable, initial syllable.. vit — Open syllable, contains a geminate consonant.. tig — Closed syllable, final consonant.. hets — Open syllable.. nag — Open syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Nynorsk prioritizes creating syllables with consonant clusters at the beginning (onsets) whenever possible.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are generally not left as the sole element of a syllable.
Vowel-Consonant Division
Syllables are often divided after vowels, especially when followed by consonants.
- Geminate consonants (double 't' in 'vittighetsnag') are treated as part of the preceding syllable.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may exist but do not alter syllable division.
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