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utvalgsformann

Complete linguistic analysis including syllable division, pronunciation, morphology, and definitions.

4 syllables
14 characters
Norwegian Nynorsk
Enriched
4syllables

utvalgsformann

Linguistic Analysis

Syllables

ut-valgs-for-mann

Pronunciation

/ʉtˈvalsˌfɔrmɑnː/

Stress

0100

Morphemes

ut- + valgs- + formann

The word 'utvalgsformann' is divided into four syllables: ut-valgs-for-mann. Stress falls on the second syllable. The division follows vowel-based rules and onset maximization principles, with consideration for the geminate consonant 'nn' and the soft 'g' sound. It's a compound noun meaning 'committee chairperson'.

Definitions

noun
  1. 1

    A chairperson of a committee.

    Committee chairperson

    Utvalgsformannen la fram forslaget.

    Vi velje ein ny utvalgsformann.

Stress pattern

Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('valgs'). Stress pattern is typical for Nynorsk compound nouns.

Syllables

4
ut/ʉt/
valgs/vals/
for/fɔr/
mann/mɑnː/

ut Open syllable, simple vowel-consonant structure.. valgs Closed syllable, consonant cluster onset ('vls'), soft 'g' sound.. for Open syllable, simple vowel-consonant structure.. mann Closed syllable, geminate consonant ('nn') indicating length.

Vowel-Based Division

Syllable division occurs before each vowel sound.

Onset Maximization

Consonant clusters are maximized in the onset of a syllable.

Geminate Consonant Rule

Geminate consonants (double consonants) are always kept together within a single syllable.

  • The soft 'g' sound /ɣ/ in 'valgs' requires careful consideration but doesn't alter the syllable division.
  • Regional variations in pronunciation may exist, but generally don't affect the core syllable structure.
Analysis by gemma3:27b · 6/15/2025
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