beslutningsorgan
Syllables
be-slut-nings-or-gan
Pronunciation
/bɛsluːtnɪŋsɔɾˈɡɑn/
Stress
00100
Morphemes
be- + slut- + nings-organ
The word 'beslutningsorgan' is a compound noun divided into five syllables: be-slut-nings-or-gan. Stress falls on the third syllable. The division follows Norwegian rules of maximizing onsets and forming syllables around vowels. It consists of a Germanic prefix, an Old Norse root, and suffixes of Germanic and Greek origin.
Definitions
- 1
A body or organization responsible for making decisions.
Decision-making body
“Styret er beslutningsorganet i selskapet.”
“Et nytt beslutningsorgan ble opprettet.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('nings'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable, but compound words often shift stress.
Syllables
be — Open syllable, initial syllable.. slut — Closed syllable, contains a long vowel.. nings — Closed syllable, contains the 'ng' consonant cluster.. or — Open syllable, relatively short vowel.. gan — Closed syllable, final syllable.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Syllables are formed to include as many initial consonants as possible.
Vowel as Syllable Nucleus
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Closed Syllables
A syllable ending in a consonant is considered closed.
- The 'ng' consonant cluster is common in Norwegian and doesn't prevent syllable formation.
- Regional variations in pronunciation may exist, but generally don't alter the core syllable division.
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