toleransegrense
The word 'toleransegrense' is a compound noun divided into six syllables: to-le-ran-se-gren-se. Stress falls on the second syllable. Syllabification follows Nynorsk rules of maximizing onsets and forming open syllables. The word is derived from Latin and Old Norse roots, meaning 'tolerance limit'.
Definitions
- 1
The limit of tolerance; the point beyond which something is no longer acceptable.
Tolerance limit
“Han overskred toleransegrensa.”
“Det er viktig å respektere toleransegrensa.”
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Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('ran'). Nynorsk generally stresses the second syllable in words of this length and structure.
Syllables
to — Open syllable, initial consonant followed by a vowel.. le — Open syllable, initial consonant followed by a vowel.. ran — Closed syllable, consonant cluster 'rn' at the end.. se — Open syllable, initial consonant followed by a vowel.. gren — Closed syllable, consonant cluster 'gr' at the beginning, 'n' at the end.. se — Open syllable, initial consonant followed by a vowel.
Word Parts
Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are generally maintained within a syllable to create a strong onset.
Open Syllable Formation
Syllables are formed with a single vowel, creating open syllables where possible.
- The pronunciation of 'r' can vary regionally, but its syllabic function is minimal in this word.
- The double 's' in 'grense' is a standard Nynorsk orthographic feature.
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