sjømannsuttrykk
The word 'sjømannsuttrykk' is divided into four syllables: sjø-manns-ut-trykk. The primary stress falls on 'ut'. The division follows Nynorsk rules prioritizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants. The word is a noun meaning 'sailor's expression'.
Definitions
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A phrase or expression commonly used by sailors.
Sailor's expression
“Han brukte et gammelt sjømannsuttrykk.”
“Dette er et typisk sjømannsuttrykk.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress on the penultimate syllable 'ut'
Syllables
sjø — Open syllable, onset 'sj', vowel 'ø'. manns — Closed syllable, consonant cluster 'mns'. ut — Open syllable, geminate consonant 'tt'. trykk — Closed syllable, consonant cluster 'tr'
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are generally kept together at the beginning of a syllable.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not left at the end of a syllable unless necessary.
Vowel-Consonant Division
Syllable breaks typically occur before consonants following vowels.
- The 'sj' digraph is treated as a single onset.
- Geminate consonants like 'tt' influence syllable duration.
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