tomhetsfølelse
Syllables
tom-hets-fø-lel-se
Pronunciation
/ˈtɔmˌhɛtsføːləlsə/
Stress
10001
Morphemes
tom, føl + hets, else
The Nynorsk noun 'tomhetsfølelse' (feeling of emptiness) is divided into five syllables: tom-hets-fø-lel-se, with stress on 'hets'. It's formed through compounding and suffixation, following vowel-following consonant rules and avoiding consonant cluster breaks.
Definitions
- 1
A feeling of emptiness, void, or lack of meaning.
Feeling of emptiness
“Han kjente en djup tomhetsfølelse.”
“Tomhetsfølelsen overveldet henne.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('hets'). Nynorsk stress is relatively weak, but 'hets' receives a slight emphasis.
Syllables
tom — Open syllable, containing a short vowel and a single following consonant.. hets — Closed syllable, containing a short vowel and a consonant cluster.. fø — Open syllable, containing a long vowel.. lel — Closed syllable, containing a schwa and a consonant cluster.. se — Open syllable, containing a schwa.
Word Parts
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Vowel-Following Consonant Rule
Syllables are formed around vowel sounds, with consonants generally following the vowel.
Avoid Breaking Consonant Clusters
Consonant clusters are kept together unless exceptionally complex.
- Regional variations in vowel quality ('ø').
- The '-ls' cluster is common and doesn't necessitate a division.
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