tolvfingertarm
The word 'tolvfingertarm' is a compound noun in Nynorsk, divided into four syllables: tolv-fin-ger-tarm. Stress falls on the first syllable. Syllable division follows the principles of maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants, resulting in a consistent CV structure for each syllable.
Definitions
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The duodenum, the first part of the small intestine.
Duodenum
“Han hadde smerter i tolvfingertarmen.”
“Operasjonen omfattet tolvfingertarmen.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('tolv'). Nynorsk compound nouns are generally stressed on the first element.
Syllables
tolv — Open syllable, CV structure, unstressed.. fin — Open syllable, CV structure, unstressed.. ger — Open syllable, CV structure, unstressed.. tarm — Open syllable, CV structure, unstressed.
Similar Words
Maximize Onsets
Syllable division prioritizes creating syllables with consonant onsets whenever possible.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are generally not left at the end of a syllable unless necessary due to vowel sequences.
Consonant-Vowel (CV) Structure
The basic syllable structure in Nynorsk is often CV, and division aims to maintain this structure.
- The compound nature of the word is the primary consideration. Nynorsk allows for relatively long compound words.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation might occur, but these do not significantly alter the syllable division.
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