tjenstskyldighet
Syllables
tjenst-skyld-i-ghet
Pronunciation
/ˈt͡jɛnstˌskʏldɪˌheːt/
Stress
0100
Morphemes
tjenst + skyld + ighet
The word 'tjenstskyldighet' is divided into four syllables: tjenst-skyld-i-ghet. It's a noun meaning 'duty of service' and is formed from the morphemes 'tjenst-' (service), '-skyld-' (duty), and '-ighet' (abstract noun suffix). The primary stress falls on 'skyld'. Syllabification follows the principles of maximizing onsets and sonority sequencing.
Definitions
- 1
The obligation to perform a service; duty of service.
Duty of service, service obligation
“Han unngikk tjenstskyldighet på grunn av helseproblemer.”
“Tjenstskyldigheten gjelder for alle menn over 18 år.”
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Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('skyld'). The stress pattern is relatively flat, but 'skyld' is the most prominent.
Syllables
tjenst — Closed syllable, onset cluster /t͡j/, coda /st/.. skyld — Closed syllable, onset /sk/, coda /ld/, primary stress.. i — Open syllable, vowel nucleus.. ghet — Closed syllable, onset /g/, coda /t/
Word Parts
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Maximizing Onsets
Consonants are preferred in the onset position whenever possible.
Sonority Sequencing Principle
Dictates the order of consonants within a syllable, favoring more sonorous sounds in the coda.
Vowel as Syllable Nucleus
Every syllable must contain a vowel sound as its nucleus.
- The word's length and the presence of consonant clusters require careful application of the syllable division rules.
- Nynorsk generally favors maintaining consonant clusters within syllables unless they are exceptionally difficult to pronounce.
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