Words with Prefix “like-” in Norwegian
Browse Norwegian words starting with the prefix “like-”, complete with pronunciations, syllable breakdowns, and linguistic insights.
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like- Old Norse origin, meaning 'like, equal'
The Norwegian word 'likestillingstanke' is a compound noun meaning 'equality of thought'. It is divided into seven syllables: li-ke-stil-ling-st-tan-ke, with primary stress on the penultimate syllable. Syllable division follows Norwegian rules of onset maximization and vowel-initial syllable formation. The word's morphemes derive from Old Norse roots relating to equality, arrangement, and thought.
The Norwegian word 'likestrømsmotor' (direct current motor) is divided into four syllables: like-strøms-mo-tor. Stress falls on the first syllable. It's a compound noun formed from 'like' (equal), 'strøm' (current), and 'motor'. Syllabification follows onset maximization and vowel nucleus rules.
The Norwegian word 'likevektssamfunn' is a compound noun meaning 'balanced society'. It is divided into five syllables: li-ke-vekts-sam-funn, with primary stress on the first syllable. The word is formed from the prefix 'like', root 'vekt', and suffix 'ssamfunn', following Norwegian rules of onset maximization and vowel peak.