Words with Root “fengsel” in Norwegian

The word 'fengselsopphold' is a compound noun divided into four syllables: feng-sel-sopp-hold. Stress falls on the second syllable. Syllabification follows the principle of maximizing onsets and ensuring each syllable has a vowel nucleus. The word is composed of a root ('fengsel' - prison) and a suffix ('hold' - stay).

The word *fengselssykehus* is a compound noun meaning 'prison hospital'. It is divided into five syllables: feng-sel-ssy-ke-hus, with primary stress on 'sel'. The syllabification follows Norwegian rules maximizing onsets and adhering to consonant-vowel patterns, with considerations for geminate consonants and syllabic 'l'.