ulukkeshending
The word 'ulukkeshending' is divided into five syllables: u-luk-kes-hen-ding. The primary stress falls on the first syllable. Syllabification follows the vowel-initial syllable rule, the maximal onset principle, and consonant cluster division rules. The word consists of a prefix, root, and two suffixes, all with Old Norse origins. It means 'accident' and functions as a feminine noun.
Definitions
- 1
An accident; an unfortunate event.
Accident
“Det var ei alvorleg ulukkeshending på motorvegen.”
“Politiet etterforsker ulukkeshendinga.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable 'u-'. The remaining syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
u — Open syllable, stressed.. luk — Closed syllable, contains a geminate consonant.. kes — Closed syllable, part of the genitive plural marker.. hen — Open syllable.. ding — Closed syllable
Word Parts
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Vowel Initial Syllable
Syllables generally begin with a vowel.
Maximal Onset Principle
Consonants are assigned to the onset of the following syllable as long as the resulting onset is permissible.
Consonant Cluster Division
When a consonant cluster occurs between vowels, the cluster is divided to create syllables.
- The geminate *kk* in *lukkes* is a common feature of Nynorsk.
- The prefix *u-* is somewhat archaic and its function is largely lexicalized.
- Regional variations in vowel quality and gemination may occur.
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