sensasjonshunger
The word 'sensasjonshunger' is divided into five syllables: sen-sa-sjon-shun-ger. The primary stress falls on 'sjon'. It's a compound noun derived from French and Nynorsk roots, meaning 'sensation-hunger'. Syllable division follows Nynorsk rules prioritizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
A strong desire or craving for sensationalism; a thirst for exciting or shocking news and experiences.
Sensation-hunger
“Media har ofte ein sensasjonshunger.”
“Ho hadde ein sterk sensasjonshunger etter å reise verda rundt.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the 'sjon' syllable, the second syllable of the root 'sensasjon'. Nynorsk typically stresses the first syllable of the root in compound words, but the length of the root shifts the stress.
Syllables
sen — Open syllable, unstressed.. sa — Open syllable, unstressed.. sjon — Closed syllable, primary stressed.. shun — Closed syllable, unstressed.. ger — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
The syllable division attempts to create syllables with consonant clusters at the beginning (onsets) whenever possible, as is common in Nynorsk.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are generally not left at the end of a syllable unless necessary due to vowel sequences or other constraints.
Compound Word Stress
Stress typically falls on the first syllable of the root word in compound nouns.
- The compound nature of the word influences stress placement.
- Regional variations in pronunciation might affect vowel qualities, but not the core syllable division.
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