selskapsantrekk
The word 'selskapsantrekk' is a compound noun in Nynorsk, divided into four syllables: sel-skaps-an-trekk. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows rules of onset maximization and vowel-based division. It means 'social outfit' or 'party attire'.
Definitions
- 1
A formal outfit worn for social occasions.
Social outfit, party attire
“Ho valde eit elegant selskapsantrekk til bryllaupet.”
“Han trengte eit nytt selskapsantrekk til festen.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('an'), typical for Nynorsk compound nouns.
Syllables
sel — Open syllable, initial syllable, contains a simple onset and a short vowel.. skaps — Closed syllable, contains a complex onset ('sk') and a short vowel.. an — Open syllable, contains a simple onset and a short vowel.. trekk — Closed syllable, contains a simple onset and a long vowel.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are kept together at the beginning of a syllable (e.g., 'sk').
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not left at the end of a syllable unless necessary.
Vowel-Based Division
Syllables are generally divided around vowel sounds.
- The 'kk' cluster is pronounced as /k/ but remains 'kk' in orthography.
- No significant regional variations affect syllabification.
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