selvutslettende
The word 'selvutslettende' is divided into three syllables: 'selv-utslett-ende'. It consists of the prefix 'selv-', the root 'utslett-', and the suffix '-ende'. The primary stress falls on the second syllable 'ut-'. The phonetic transcription is /sɛlvˈʊtslɛtːən̪dɛ/. Syllable division follows Nynorsk rules prioritizing onset maximization and vowel quality.
Definitions
- 1
Tending to destroy oneself; characterized by self-destructive behavior.
Self-destructive
“Han hadde ein sjølvutslettande åtferd.”
“Ho var redd for å bli ein sjølvutslettande person.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable 'ut-' (/ˈʊtslɛtː/). The first and third syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
selv — Open syllable, initial syllable, vowel is /ɛ/.. utslett — Stressed syllable, closed syllable, contains a geminate consonant /tː/.. ende — Open syllable, final syllable, contains a dental /n̪/.
Word Parts
Similar Words
Onset Maximization
Attempting to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of each syllable, e.g., 'utslett'.
Vowel Quality
Syllables are generally divided around vowel nuclei, creating distinct vowel-centered units.
Morpheme Integrity
Prioritizing the preservation of morphemic boundaries during syllable division.
- The geminate consonant 'tt' in 'utslett' is maintained in standard pronunciation, although simplification can occur in colloquial speech.
- The final 'n' is dentalized in Nynorsk pronunciation.
- Syllabification remains consistent regardless of whether the word functions as an adjective or substantive.
Nearby Words
17 wordsTrending in Norwegian Nynorsk
Terms getting hyphenated by users right now.