arbeiderforening
The word 'arbeiderforening' is a compound noun divided into six syllables (ar-bei-der-for-e-ning) following CV and CVC patterns. Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('bei'). It consists of the root 'arbeid' (work) and the suffix '-er' (agentive) combined with 'forening' (association).
Definitions
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A worker's association, trade union, or labor organization.
Worker's association
“Han er medlem av arbeiderforeningen.”
“Arbeiderforeningen kjempet for bedre lønninger.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('bei').
Syllables
ar — Open syllable, CV structure.. bei — Syllable with a diphthong, VGC structure.. der — Open syllable, CV structure.. for — Open syllable, CV structure.. e — Open syllable, V structure.. ning — Closed syllable, CVC structure.
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Consonant-Vowel (CV)
Each syllable contains a consonant followed by a vowel.
Vowel-Glide-Consonant (VGC)
Diphthongs form a single syllable nucleus.
Vowel Alone
A single vowel constitutes a syllable.
Consonant-Vowel-Consonant (CVC)
Syllables can end in a consonant.
- Retroflexion of 'r' sound in some dialects.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation.
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