strafeforfylging
Syllables
stra-fe-for-fyl-ging
Pronunciation
/ˈstrɑfːəˌfɔrˌfʏlːɡɪŋ/
Stress
01001
Morphemes
straffe- + fylg- + -ing
The word 'straffeforfylging' is a compound noun in Nynorsk, divided into five syllables: stra-fe-for-fyl-ging. Stress falls on the second syllable ('for'). It consists of the prefix 'straffe-', the prefix 'for-', the root 'fylg-', and the suffix '-ing'. Syllable division follows the principles of maximizing onsets and separating vowel sequences.
Definitions
- 1
The act of prosecuting someone for a crime.
Prosecution
“Straffeforfylginga gjekk sakte framover.”
“Han frykta straffeforfylging.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('for'). This is typical for Nynorsk compound nouns.
Syllables
straf — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster. Contains the root 'straffe'.. fe — Open syllable, vowel following a consonant. Part of the prefix 'for-'. for — Open syllable, stressed syllable. Contains the prefix 'for-'. fyl — Open syllable, contains the root 'fylg-'. ging — Closed syllable, contains the suffix '-ing'.
Word Parts
Similar Words
Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are generally kept together at the beginning of a syllable (e.g., 'str' in 'stra').
Vowel Sequences
Vowel sequences are typically divided into separate syllables (e.g., 'fe' and 'for').
- The double 'f' does not affect syllabification.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation might exist, but do not significantly alter syllable division.
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