Hyphenation ofsivilstandsstatistikk

Analysis of "sivilstandsstatistikk" (Norwegian Nynorsk)

1. Pronunciation Considerations:

The word "sivilstandsstatistikk" is a compound noun common in Norwegian Nynorsk. It's pronounced with relatively straightforward vowel and consonant sounds, though the cluster "st" can present slight variation depending on dialect. The 's' sounds are generally alveolar fricatives.

2. Syllable Division:

Following Nynorsk syllable division rules, which generally favor open syllables (CV) where possible, and respecting consonant clusters, the division will be as follows.

3. Morphemic Analysis:

• sivil-: From Latin civilis meaning 'relating to citizens'. Prefix indicating 'civil' or 'relating to status'.
• stands-: From Old Norse standa meaning 'state, condition'. Root indicating 'status'.
• statistikk: From French statistique, ultimately from Italian statistica, derived from stato ('state'). Suffix indicating 'statistics'.

4. Stress Identification:

The primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable (second to last).

5. Phonetic Transcription:

/ˈsɪvɪlsˌtanːsˌstatɪstɪkː/

6. Syllable Breakdown & Rule Application:

Here's a detailed breakdown of each syllable, with IPA transcription, rule application, and potential exceptions:

• si-: /ˈsi/ - Open syllable (CV). Rule: Prefer CV syllables. No exceptions.
• vil-: /ˈvɪl/ - Open syllable (CV). Rule: Prefer CV syllables. No exceptions.
• stands-: /ˈstanːs/ - Closed syllable (CVC). Rule: Consonant clusters are maintained within syllables. The doubled 'n' represents a geminate consonant, common in Nynorsk. No exceptions.
• stat-: /ˈstat/ - Open syllable (CV). Rule: Prefer CV syllables. No exceptions.
• i-: /ˈi/ - Open syllable (V). Rule: Single vowels form a syllable. No exceptions.
• stikk: /ˈstɪkː/ - Closed syllable (CVC). Rule: Consonant clusters are maintained within syllables. The doubled 'k' represents a geminate consonant. No exceptions.

7. Edge Case Review:

The "st" cluster is generally treated as a single onset, but regional variations might slightly alter the pronunciation. The geminate consonants (doubled 'n' and 'k') are crucial for accurate pronunciation and syllable weight.

8. Grammatical Role:

The word is primarily a noun. Syllabification and stress remain consistent regardless of grammatical function.

9. Definition & Semantics:

• Definition: Civil status statistics.
• Translation: Civil status statistics (English)
• Grammatical Category: Noun (feminine)
• Synonyms: Folketallsstatistikk (population statistics - related)
• Antonyms: None directly applicable.
• Examples:
  • "Sivilstandsstatistikken viser en økning i antall samboere." (The civil status statistics show an increase in the number of cohabiting couples.)

10. Alternative Pronunciations/Regional Variations:

Some dialects might reduce the vowel length in unstressed syllables. The pronunciation of "st" can also vary slightly.

11. Phonological Comparison:

• husbank: hu-sbɑnk - Similar syllable structure (CV-CVC). Stress on the first syllable.
• arbeidsliv: ɑrˈbæi̯dsˌliv - More complex, but shares the CVC syllable structure. Stress on the second syllable.
• statsbudsjett: staːtsˈbʊdsjɛt - Similar compound structure with stress on the second element. Syllable division follows similar rules.