ulykkesforsikring
Syllables
u-lyk-kes-for-si-kring
Pronunciation
/ʉˈlykːəsˌfɔʂɪˌriŋ/
Stress
010010
Morphemes
ulykkes- + forsikring
The word 'ulykkesforsikring' is divided into six syllables: u-lyk-kes-for-si-kring. The primary stress falls on the penult syllable. It's a compound noun derived from Old Norse roots, meaning 'accident insurance'. Syllable division follows Nynorsk rules of maximizing onsets and breaking before vowels.
Definitions
- 1
Insurance that covers financial losses resulting from accidents.
Accident insurance
“Eg har ei god ulykkesforsikring.”
“Du bør vurdere å teikne ei ulykkesforsikring.”
syn:Skadeforsikring
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penult syllable ('kring').
Syllables
u — Open syllable, single vowel.. lyk — Closed syllable, consonant cluster onset.. kes — Closed syllable, consonant onset.. for — Open syllable, simple onset.. si — Open syllable, simple onset.. kring — Closed syllable, consonant cluster onset.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are generally kept together at the beginning of a syllable.
Vowel Break
Syllables are typically divided before vowel sequences.
Sonority Sequencing
Syllable structure adheres to sonority sequencing principles.
- The 'ks' cluster is a permissible onset in Nynorsk.
- Regional variations in vowel qualities and 'r' pronunciation exist but do not significantly alter syllable division.
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