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Hyphenation ofskipsekspedisjon

Syllable Division & Pronunciation

Syllable Division:

skip-sek-spe-di-sjon

Phonetic Transcription:(how the word sounds using IPA symbols)

/ˈskipːsɛkspɛdɪʃɔn/

Stress Pattern:(which syllables are emphasized when speaking)

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Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('-di-').

Detailed Syllable Breakdown

Syllables are the building blocks of words - each one typically contains a vowel sound

skip/skip/

Open syllable, containing a simple onset and a vowel.

sek/sɛk/

Closed syllable, containing a simple onset and a vowel.

spe/spɛ/

Open syllable, containing a consonant cluster onset and a vowel.

di/dɪ/

Open syllable, containing a simple onset and a vowel.

sjon/ʃɔn/

Closed syllable, containing a consonant cluster onset and a vowel.

Morphemic Breakdown

Morphemes are the smallest meaningful parts of words: prefixes (beginning), roots (core meaning), and suffixes (ending)

(prefix)
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skip(root)
+
sekspedisjon(suffix)

Prefix:

No prefix present.

Root: skip

Old Norse origin, meaning 'ship'.

Suffix: sekspedisjon

Derived from French 'expédition' via Danish/Norwegian, meaning 'expedition, dispatch'.

Meanings & Definitions
noun(grammatical role in sentences)

A shipping expedition; the process of dispatching goods by ship.

Translation: Ship expedition

Examples:

"Skipsekspedisjonen gjekk som planlagt."

"Ho jobbar i ein skipsekspedisjon."

Similar Words Comparison

Words with similar syllable patterns or pronunciation features

bokhandelbok-han-del

Compound word structure, similar onset-vowel-coda pattern.

datamaskinda-ta-maskin

Compound word structure, similar stress pattern.

universitetu-ni-ver-si-te-tet

Longer word with similar penultimate stress.

Syllable Division Rules

The linguistic principles used to determine where syllables begin and end

Onset Maximization

Nynorsk favors maximizing the number of consonants in the onset of a syllable.

Sonority Sequencing Principle

Syllables generally follow a sonority hierarchy (vowels are more sonorous than consonants).

Consonant Cluster Handling

Consonant clusters are generally maintained within a syllable unless they are exceptionally complex.

Special Considerations

Important exceptions or unusual features in this word's pronunciation or structure

The linking vowel '-sek-' does not form a separate syllable.

The /ks/ cluster is common and doesn't pose a syllabification challenge.

Analysis Summary

Summary:

The word 'skipsekspedisjon' is a compound noun in Nynorsk, divided into five syllables: skip-sek-spe-di-sjon. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable. The morphemes consist of the root 'skip' (ship) and the suffix 'sekspedisjon' (expedition). Syllabification follows onset maximization and sonority sequencing principles.

Detailed Analysis:

Analysis of "skipsekspedisjon" (Norwegian Nynorsk)

1. Pronunciation Considerations:

The word "skipsekspedisjon" is pronounced with a relatively straightforward structure in Nynorsk, though the cluster /ks/ and the final /jon/ require attention. Nynorsk generally favors a clear articulation of all segments.

2. Syllable Division:

Following Nynorsk syllable division rules, which prioritize maximizing onsets and respecting consonant clusters, the word breaks down as follows (see "syllable_division" in the JSON output).

3. Morphemic Analysis:

  • skip-: Root. From Old Norse skip, meaning "ship". (Germanic origin)
  • -sek-: Connecting vowel/linking element. Not a morpheme on its own, but facilitates connection between root and suffix.
  • -spedisjon: Suffix. From French expédition via Danish/Norwegian. Meaning "expedition, dispatch". (Romance origin, adapted into Germanic) – denotes the action or process related to ships.

4. Stress Identification:

The primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable: -pedi-. This is typical for Nynorsk words of this length and structure.

5. Phonetic Transcription:

/ˈskipːsɛkspɛdɪʃɔn/

6. Edge Case Review:

The /ks/ cluster is common in Norwegian and doesn't pose a significant syllabification challenge. The final /jon/ is a typical coda cluster.

7. Grammatical Role:

"Skipsekspedisjon" functions primarily as a noun. Syllabification and stress remain consistent regardless of grammatical context.

8. Definition & Semantics:

  • Definition: A shipping expedition; the process of dispatching goods by ship.
  • Grammatical Category: Noun (feminine gender)
  • Translation: Ship expedition
  • Synonyms: fraktforsendelse (freight shipment), skipsfart (shipping)
  • Antonyms: (None directly applicable, as it's a process)
  • Examples:
    • "Skipsekspedisjonen gjekk som planlagt." (The ship expedition went as planned.)
    • "Ho jobbar i ein skipsekspedisjon." (She works in a ship expedition company.)

9. Phonological Comparison:

  • "bokhandel" (bookstore): bok-han-del - Similar structure with compound words. Stress on the final syllable.
  • "datamaskin" (computer): da-ta-maskin - Compound word, stress on the final syllable.
  • "universitet" (university): u-ni-ver-si-te-tet - Longer word, stress on the penultimate syllable, similar to "skipsekspedisjon".

10. Syllable Division Rules Applied:

  • Onset Maximization: Nynorsk favors maximizing the number of consonants in the onset of a syllable.
  • Sonority Sequencing Principle: Syllables generally follow a sonority hierarchy (vowels are more sonorous than consonants).
  • Consonant Cluster Handling: Consonant clusters are generally maintained within a syllable unless they are exceptionally complex or break a phonotactic rule.

11. Special Considerations:

The linking vowel "-sek-" is a common feature in Norwegian compound words and doesn't create a separate syllable on its own.

12. Regional Variations:

While the syllabification is generally consistent across Nynorsk dialects, slight variations in vowel pronunciation might occur. However, these variations do not affect the syllable division.

Analysis generated by gemma3:27b on 6/9/2025

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