sjølrettferdig
The word 'sjølrettferdig' is divided into four syllables: sjøl-, rett-, fer-, and dig. It's an adjective formed from a prefix, root, and suffix, with primary stress on the second syllable. Syllable division follows rules maximizing onset complexity and splitting around vowels and consonant clusters.
Definitions
- 1
Self-righteous; believing oneself to be morally superior to others.
Self-righteous
“Han var en veldig sjølrettferdig mann.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable: *rett-*
Syllables
sjøl- — Open syllable. Vowel followed by consonant, split before the consonant.. rett- — Closed syllable. Consonant cluster followed by vowel, split after the first consonant. Geminate consonant 'tt' present.. fer- — Open syllable. Vowel followed by consonant, split before the consonant.. dig — Closed syllable. Consonant followed by vowel, split after the consonant.
Word Parts
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Maximizing Onset Complexity
Applied where possible, respecting phonotactic constraints.
Vowel-Consonant Split
Vowel followed by consonant, split before the consonant.
Consonant Cluster Split
Consonant cluster followed by vowel, split after the first consonant.
- The word contains a geminate consonant ('tt' in *rett-*).
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation might exist.
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