underskuddstall
The word *underskuddstall* is a compound noun in Nynorsk, divided into four syllables: un-der-skudd-stall. It consists of the prefix *under-*, the root *skudd-*, and the suffix *-stall*. The primary stress falls on the first syllable. The syllable division follows onset maximization and vowel nucleus rules, with consideration for doubled consonants and the 'll' cluster.
Definitions
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A number or set of numbers representing a deficit or loss.
Deficit figures, loss figures
“Selskapet viste store *underskuddstall* i fjor.”
“*Underskuddstallene* var verre enn forventet.”
ant:overskuddstall
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable (*un-*). Nynorsk generally stresses the first syllable of a word, especially in compounds.
Syllables
un — Open syllable, stressed, contains a rounded vowel.. der — Open syllable, unstressed, contains a schwa-like vowel.. skudd — Closed syllable, unstressed, contains a doubled consonant and a rounded vowel.. stall — Closed syllable, unstressed, contains a doubled consonant and a back vowel.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are kept together in the onset of a syllable.
Vowel Nucleus
Each syllable must have a vowel nucleus.
Sonority Sequencing
Syllable structure follows the sonority sequencing principle.
- The compound nature of the word requires consideration of morphemic boundaries.
- Regional variations in pronunciation might affect vowel quality but generally don't alter the syllable structure.
- Doubled consonants lengthen the vowel and affect syllable weight.
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