aggresjonsproblem
Syllables
ag-gres-jon-spro-blem
Pronunciation
/aɡrɛʃɔnsproˈblɛm/
Stress
00010
Morphemes
ag + gresjon + sproblem
The Norwegian word 'aggresjonsproblem' is a compound noun meaning 'aggression problem'. It is divided into five syllables: ag-gres-jon-spro-blem, with primary stress on 'spro-'. The word's structure reflects Norwegian compounding rules and the influence of Latin and English borrowings.
Definitions
- 1
A problem related to aggressive behavior or tendencies.
Aggression problem
“Skolen må ta tak i aggresjonsproblemet.”
“Han har et alvorlig aggresjonsproblem.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the 'spro-' syllable. Norwegian typically stresses the first element of compound words.
Syllables
ag — Open syllable, onset consonant cluster.. gres — Open syllable, onset consonant cluster.. jon — Open syllable, nasal consonant ending.. spro — Open syllable, onset consonant cluster, stressed.. blem — Coda consonant cluster.
Word Parts
Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are generally kept together at the beginning of a syllable.
Vowel Peak
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Sonority Sequencing
Syllables follow a sonority hierarchy (vowels are more sonorous than consonants).
- The compound nature of the word influences stress and syllabification.
- The relatively recent borrowing of 'problem' and its integration into Norwegian morphology.
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