bistandsarbeider
Syllables
bi-stands-ar-bei-der
Pronunciation
/ˈbɪstɑnsˌɑrbɛi̯dər/
Stress
10000
Morphemes
bi- + stands- + -arbeider
The word 'bistandsarbeider' is a compound noun divided into five syllables: bi-stands-ar-bei-der. Primary stress falls on the first syllable. The division follows Norwegian rules maximizing onsets and requiring a vowel nucleus in each syllable. It consists of a prefix 'bi-', root 'stands-', and suffix '-arbeider'.
Definitions
- 1
A person who works in providing aid or assistance.
Aid worker, relief worker
“Bistandsarbeiderne jobber i krigsherjede områder.”
“Hun er en erfaren bistandsarbeider.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('bi-').
Syllables
bi — Open syllable, vowel nucleus.. stands — Closed syllable, consonant cluster onset.. ar — Open syllable, vowel nucleus.. bei — Open syllable, diphthong nucleus.. der — Open syllable, vowel nucleus.
Word Parts
Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are generally maintained within the syllable if possible.
Vowel Nucleus
Each syllable must contain a vowel nucleus.
- The 'd' at the end of 'arbeider' can be weakly pronounced or elided in colloquial speech.
- Regional variations in vowel quality and 'r' pronunciation.
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