svangerskapsavbrot
Syllables
svan-gers-kaps-av-brot
Pronunciation
/ˈsvɑŋərskɑpsˌavbrot/
Stress
01001
Morphemes
svanger- + brot + skaps-
The word 'svangerskapsavbrot' is divided into five syllables: 'svan-gers-kaps-av-brot'. Stress falls on the second syllable ('kaps'). It's a compound noun with Germanic roots, meaning 'miscarriage' or 'abortion'. Syllabification follows the principles of maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants, typical for Nynorsk.
Definitions
- 1
The termination of a pregnancy before the fetus is viable.
Miscarriage, abortion
“Ho opplevde eit svangerskapsavbrot i sjette veke.”
“Spørsmålet om svangerskapsavbrot er kontroversielt.”
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Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('kaps'). This is typical for Nynorsk compound nouns, with stress generally falling on the second element.
Syllables
svan — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster /sv/.. gers — Closed syllable, with /r/ as a sonorant.. kaps — Closed syllable, stressed syllable.. av — Open syllable, short vowel.. brot — Closed syllable, final consonant.
Word Parts
Similar Words
Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are generally kept together at the beginning of a syllable (e.g., 'sv', 'br').
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not left at the end of a syllable unless necessary due to vowel sequences.
Vowel Length
Vowel length influences syllable boundaries, but is not the primary factor.
- The 'sk' cluster is a common onset and doesn't pose a syllabification challenge.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation might exist, but do not significantly alter the syllable division.
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