selvforherligende
Syllables
selv-for-her-li-gen-de
Pronunciation
/sɛlvfɔɾhɛrlɪˈɡɛndə/
Stress
010000
Morphemes
selv + herlig + ende
The word 'selvforherligende' is divided into six syllables: selv-for-her-li-gen-de. The primary stress falls on 'for'. The word is morphologically complex, consisting of a prefix, root, and suffix. Syllable division follows the principles of maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants, consistent with Nynorsk phonology.
Definitions
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable 'for'. This is typical for Nynorsk compound words.
Syllables
selv — Open syllable, consisting of a consonant and a vowel. No stress.. for — Closed syllable, consisting of a vowel and a consonant. Primary stress.. her — Open syllable, consisting of a consonant and a vowel. Unstressed.. li — Open syllable, consisting of a consonant and a vowel. Unstressed.. gen — Closed syllable, consisting of a vowel and a consonant. Unstressed.. de — Open syllable, consisting of a consonant and a vowel. Unstressed.
Word Parts
Similar Words
Maximize Onsets
Syllable division prioritizes creating syllables with consonant-vowel (CV) structures whenever possible.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are generally not left at the end of a syllable unless necessary due to morphological boundaries.
- Regional variations might affect vowel quality but generally do not alter the syllable division.
- The compound nature of the word influences the stress pattern, with stress typically falling on the second element.
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