uhyggestemning
The word 'uhyggestemning' is divided into five syllables: u-hyg-ge-stem-ning. It's a compound noun with a prefix, root, and suffix. Stress falls on the second syllable. Syllabification follows the principle of maximizing onsets and ensuring each syllable has a vowel nucleus.
Definitions
- 1
A frightening or eerie atmosphere; a sense of dread or unease.
Frightening atmosphere, eerie mood.
“Det var ei uhyggestemning i det gamle huset.”
“Filmen skapte ei intens uhyggestemning.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('hyg').
Syllables
u — Open syllable, single vowel nucleus.. hyg — Closed syllable, consonant cluster onset.. ge — Open syllable, single consonant after vowel.. stem — Closed syllable, consonant cluster onset.. ning — Closed syllable, consonant cluster coda.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are grouped at the beginning of syllables whenever possible.
Vowel Nucleus
Each syllable must contain a vowel nucleus.
- Double consonants are treated as single sounds within the syllable.
- Regional variations in pronunciation may exist but do not significantly alter syllabification.
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