verdsomsegling
The word 'verdsomsegling' is a compound noun in Nynorsk, divided into four syllables: ver-dsom-se-gling. Stress falls on the second syllable ('som'). The syllabification follows Nynorsk rules of maximizing onsets and respecting vowel sequences. The word means 'circumnavigation'.
Definitions
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A journey around the world.
Circumnavigation
“Han drøymde om ei verdsomsegling.”
“Verdsomseglinga hans var full av eventyr.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('som'). Nynorsk typically stresses the first syllable of the root within a compound.
Syllables
ver — Open syllable, CV structure.. dsom — Closed syllable, maximizing onset with 'ds' cluster.. se — Open syllable, CV structure, long vowel.. gling — Closed syllable, CVC structure with 'ng' coda.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onset
Consonant clusters are included in the onset of the syllable whenever possible (e.g., 'ds' in 'dsom').
Consonant-Vowel (CV) Structure
Syllables generally follow a CV structure, with consonants preceding vowels.
Vowel Sequences
Vowel sequences are respected, and syllables are divided to accommodate them.
- The 'ds' cluster pronunciation can vary regionally. Vowel length in 'seː' can be reduced in some dialects.
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