arbeidsomkostning
Syllables
ar-bei-ds-om-kost-ning
Pronunciation
/ˈɑrˌbeɪ̯dsɔmˌkɔstniŋ/
Stress
0 1 0 0 0 0
Morphemes
arbeids- + kost- + -ning
The word 'arbeidsomkostning' is a compound noun divided into six syllables: ar-bei-ds-om-kost-ning. Stress falls on the second syllable. The word is morphologically complex, with a prefix, root, and suffix. Syllable division follows Norwegian rules prioritizing maximizing onsets and adhering to CV/CVC structures.
Definitions
- 1
Labor cost; the expenses associated with employing workers.
Labor cost
“De totale arbeidsomkostningene økte i fjor.”
“Bedriften må redusere arbeidsomkostningene.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('bei'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable, but compound words often shift stress to the second element.
Syllables
ar — Open syllable, simple CV structure.. bei — Closed syllable, contains a diphthong.. ds — Syllable onset, complex consonant cluster.. om — Open syllable, simple CV structure.. kost — Closed syllable, CVC structure.. ning — Closed syllable, CVC structure with velar nasal.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onset
Norwegian syllable division prefers to include as many consonants as possible in the syllable onset.
Consonant-Vowel (CV) Structure
Syllables generally follow a CV structure where possible.
Consonant-Vowel-Consonant (CVC) Structure
Closed syllables are permissible and common, following a CVC structure.
- The 'ds' cluster is a common, but requires careful articulation.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may exist, but do not affect syllable division.
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