yorkshireterrier
The word 'yorkshireterrier' is syllabified into five syllables (york-shire-ter-ri-er) with primary stress on 'York'. It's a compound noun borrowed from English, adapted to Nynorsk phonology. Syllable division follows onset-rhyme principles, avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
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A breed of small dog originating from Yorkshire, England, known for its long, silky coat.
Yorkshire Terrier
“Han har ein Yorkshireterrier.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('York').
Syllables
York — Open syllable, primary stress.. shire — Closed syllable, adapted 'sh' sound.. ter — Closed syllable.. ri — Open syllable.. er — Closed syllable.
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Onset-Rhyme
Syllables are formed around an onset (initial consonant(s)) and a rhyme (vowel and any following consonants).
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are generally assigned to the syllable that provides a suitable onset or coda.
Stress Placement
Primary stress typically falls on the first syllable of a word.
- Loanword adaptation, 'sh' sound realization as /ʃ/, handling of 'r' sounds.
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