varetektsarrest
The word 'varetektsarrest' is a compound noun in Nynorsk, divided into five syllables: va-re-tekts-ar-rest. The primary stress falls on 'tekts'. It's composed of the root 'varetekt' (custody) and the suffix 'arrest' (arrest). Syllabification follows onset maximization and vowel sequence rules.
Definitions
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A form of pre-trial detention; an arrest warrant for holding someone in custody pending trial.
Pre-trial detention, custody arrest
“Han ble satt i varetektsarrest.”
“Politiet begjærte varetektsarrest.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('tekts'). The first, second and fourth syllables are unstressed, and the fifth syllable receives a secondary stress.
Syllables
va — Open syllable, initial syllable, vowel is long.. re — Open syllable, vowel is reduced (schwa).. tekts — Closed syllable, stressed syllable, contains a consonant cluster 'kts'.. ar — Open syllable, vowel is long.. rest — Closed syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are generally assigned to the following vowel, creating a maximal onset.
Vowel Sequence Rule
Each vowel sound generally forms its own syllable.
Compound Word Stress
Stress typically falls on the second element of a compound noun.
- Potential for 'r' reduction in some dialects.
- The 'ts' cluster is a stable sequence in Nynorsk and doesn't pose a syllabification challenge.
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