behandlingsheim
Syllables
be-han-dlings-heim
Pronunciation
/bɛˈhɑnˌdlɪŋsˌhɛɪm/
Stress
1000
Morphemes
be- + hand + -lingsheim
The Norwegian word 'behandlingsheim' is divided into four syllables: be-han-dlings-heim. It's a compound noun formed from a prefix, root, and two suffixes. Primary stress falls on the first syllable. Syllabification follows the principles of onset maximization and vowel peak.
Definitions
- 1
A facility providing treatment or rehabilitation services.
Treatment home, rehabilitation center
“Han ble sendt til et behandlingsheim.”
“Behandlingsheimet tilbyr ulike terapiformer.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('be-'). Norwegian stress is generally weak, but the first syllable of compound words receives slightly more prominence.
Syllables
be — Open syllable, initial syllable, lightly stressed.. han — Open syllable, contains the root of the word, primary stress.. dlings — Closed syllable, contains a consonant cluster, medial syllable.. heim — Closed syllable, final syllable, contains the suffix indicating 'home'.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Syllables attempt to maximize their onsets (initial consonant sounds).
Vowel Peak
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Sonority Sequencing
Sounds within a syllable generally follow a sonority hierarchy.
- The 'dl' cluster is permissible in Norwegian and doesn't pose a significant challenge to syllabification.
- The compound nature of the word is the primary factor influencing its structure.
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