sjølvrettferdig
The word 'sjølvrettferdig' is divided into four syllables: sjølv-rett-fer-dig. It consists of the prefix 'sjølv-', the root 'rett-', and the suffix '-ferdig'. The primary stress falls on the second syllable ('rett'). Syllable division follows the principles of maximizing onsets and respecting vowel quality, common in Nynorsk phonology.
Definitions
- 1
Believing oneself to be morally superior to others.
Self-righteous
“Han var en veldig sjølvrettferdig mann.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('rett').
Syllables
sjølv — Open syllable, onset consonant cluster 'sj', followed by a vowel and consonant.. rett — Closed syllable, vowel followed by a doubled consonant 'tt'.. fer — Open syllable, onset consonant 'f', followed by a vowel and consonant.. dig — Closed syllable, vowel followed by a consonant 'g'.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are generally kept together at the beginning of a syllable.
Vowel Quality
Syllable boundaries are determined by vowel quality and the surrounding consonants.
- The 'sj' digraph is treated as a single onset.
- The 'lv' cluster is treated as a single onset.
- Doubled consonants are considered within the syllable.
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