vaskevassmugge
Syllables
vas-ke-vas-smug-ge
Pronunciation
/ˈvɑskəˌvɑsːmʏɡːə/
Stress
00010
Morphemes
vaske- + vass- + mugge-
The word 'vaskevassmugge' is a compound noun divided into five syllables (vas-ke-vas-smug-ge) following Nynorsk's preference for open syllables. Stress falls on the fourth syllable ('smug'). It's composed of roots relating to washing and water, and a suffix denoting a tub.
Definitions
- 1
A large washing tub, traditionally used for washing clothes.
Washing tub
“Ho brukte ei gamal vaskevassmugge til å vaske kluten.”
syn:vaskebalje
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fourth syllable ('smug').
Syllables
vas — Open syllable (CV), unstressed.. ke — Open syllable (CV), unstressed.. vas — Open syllable (CV), unstressed, long consonant.. smug — Syllable with consonant cluster (sm-), stressed.. ge — Open syllable (CV), unstressed.
Word Parts
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Open Syllable Preference
Nynorsk favors open syllables (CV) whenever possible.
Consonant Cluster Allowance
Consonant clusters are permitted at the beginning of syllables, though avoided if possible.
- The 'sm' consonant cluster is a common occurrence and doesn't violate syllabification rules.
- Regional vowel pronunciation variations may exist but do not affect syllable division.
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