voltektsforbrytelse
Syllables
vol-tekts-for-bry-tel-se
Pronunciation
/ˈvɔltɛktsfɔrbryːtəlse/
Stress
001001
Morphemes
for + vold-tekts-bryt + -else
The word 'voldtektsforbrytelse' is divided into six syllables: vol-tekts-for-bry-tel-se. Stress falls on the third syllable 'bry'. The word is a complex noun with Old Norse roots, denoting a serious sexual offense. Syllabification follows Nynorsk rules prioritizing maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
A serious criminal act involving sexual violation.
Rape offense, sexual assault
“Han ble dømt for voldtektsforbrytelse.”
“Politiet etterforsker en voldtektsforbrytelse.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable 'bry' (penultimate stress is common in Nynorsk nouns).
Syllables
vol — Open syllable, initial consonant.. tekts — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. for — Open syllable, initial consonant.. bry — Open syllable, stressed.. tel — Open syllable, final consonant.. se — Open syllable, final vowel.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are kept together at the beginning of a syllable whenever possible.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not left at the end of a syllable unless necessary.
Vowel-Based Division
Syllables are primarily divided around vowel sounds.
- The 'ts' cluster is generally treated as a consonant cluster, not an affricate, in Nynorsk syllabification.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may exist but do not significantly alter syllable division.
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