vannforsyningsanlegg
Syllables
vann-for-syn-ings-an-legg
Pronunciation
/vɑnːfɔrˈsʏniŋsˌanɛlː/
Stress
001001
Morphemes
vann, forsyn, anlegg + ings
The word 'vannforsyningsanlegg' is a compound noun in Nynorsk, divided into six syllables: vann-for-syn-ings-an-legg. Stress falls on the third syllable ('syn'). The syllabification follows the principles of maximizing onsets and respecting vowel sequences, typical for Nynorsk phonology. It consists of the roots 'vann' (water), 'forsyn' (supply), and 'anlegg' (system), connected by the genitive suffix 'ings'.
Definitions
- 1
A system for providing water.
Water supply system
“Kommunen investerer i eit nytt vannforsyningsanlegg.”
“Vannforsyningsanlegget vart skada under stormen.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('syn'). This is typical for Nynorsk compound nouns, with stress on the penultimate syllable of the second element.
Syllables
vann — Open syllable, containing a long vowel. The 'n' is geminated.. for — Open syllable, containing a short vowel.. syn — Open syllable, containing a short vowel. Stressed syllable.. ings — Closed syllable, containing a short vowel and a nasal consonant cluster.. an — Open syllable, containing a short vowel.. legg — Closed syllable, containing a short vowel and a geminated consonant.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are generally kept together at the beginning of a syllable.
Vowel Sequences
Vowel sequences are typically divided into separate syllables.
Syllable Weight
Long vowels and geminated consonants influence syllable weight and structure.
- The consonant cluster 'rs' in 'forsynings' is common and doesn't pose a syllabification issue.
- Geminated consonants (nn, ll) are standard in Nynorsk and don't affect the division.
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