ansiktstrekning
The word 'ansiktstrekning' is a compound noun divided into four syllables: an-sikt-strek-ning. The primary stress is on the second syllable ('sikt'). Syllabification follows Norwegian rules for initial syllable formation, closed syllable formation, and the maximal onset principle. The prefix 'an-' is largely lexicalized.
Definitions
- 1
The act of stretching the face, facial stretching.
Facial stretching
“Hun gjorde ansiktstrekning for å redusere rynker.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable: *sikt*.
Syllables
an — Open syllable. Initial syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. sikt — Closed syllable. Vowel surrounded by consonants.. strek — Closed syllable. Consonant cluster followed by vowel and consonant. Maximal onset permissible.. ning — Closed syllable. Vowel surrounded by consonants.
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Initial Syllable Formation
The first syllable is formed based on the initial vowel and following consonant.
Closed Syllable Formation
Syllables are closed when a vowel is surrounded by consonants.
Maximal Onset Principle
When a vowel is followed by a consonant cluster, the onset is maximized if the resulting cluster is phonotactically legal in Norwegian.
- The prefix *an-* is often difficult to separate morphologically as it has become largely lexicalized.
- The consonant cluster /str/ is common in Norwegian and doesn't pose a syllabification challenge.
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