strafferegister
The word 'strafferegister' is a compound noun in Nynorsk, divided into four syllables: straffe-re-gis-ter. The primary stress falls on the first syllable. It consists of the prefix 'straffe-', the root 'regis-', and the suffix '-ter'. Syllable division follows onset maximization and vowel peak principles.
Definitions
- 1
A register or record of criminal convictions.
Criminal record
“Han har ein lang strafferegister.”
“Politiet sjekka strafferegisteret.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('straffe-'). Nynorsk stress is relatively weak, but the first syllable of compound nouns is typically more prominent.
Syllables
straffe — Stressed, open syllable with a long consonant. Contains the prefix 'straffe-'.. re — Unstressed, open syllable. Part of the root 'regis-'. gis — Unstressed, closed syllable. Part of the root 'regis-'. ter — Unstressed, open syllable. Contains the suffix '-ter'.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are kept together at the beginning of a syllable (e.g., 'str-' in 'straffe-').
Vowel Peak Principle
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Compound Word Syllabification
Compound words are broken down based on morphemic boundaries and phonotactic constraints.
- The double 'f' in 'straffe' is pronounced as a long /f/ sound.
- Regional variations in vowel qualities may exist, but syllable division remains consistent.
- The 'g' in 'regis-' is a soft 'g' as in 'get'.
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