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Words with Root “fortjenst” in Norwegian
Browse Norwegian words sharing the root “fortjenst”, complete with pronunciations, syllable breakdowns, and linguistic insights.
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fortjenst Old Norse origin, meaning 'merit, service'
fortjenstmedalje
5 syllables16 letters
for·tjenst·me·dal·je
/fɔrˈt͡jɛnstmɛdaʎɛ/
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The word 'fortjenstmedalje' is a compound noun divided into five syllables: for-tjenst-me-dal-je. Stress falls on 'tjenst'. It's composed of the root 'fortjenst' (merit) and the borrowed noun 'medalje' (medal). Syllabification follows Norwegian rules of onset maximization and vowel centering.