bjørneskinnspels
The word 'bjørneskinnspels' is a Norwegian compound noun meaning 'bearskin coat'. It is divided into four syllables: bjør-nes-kinn-spels, with primary stress on the first syllable. Syllabification follows the principle of onset maximization and is consistent with other Norwegian compound words.
Definitions
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Bearskin coat/garment
Bearskin coat/garment
“Han hadde på seg en varm bjørneskinnspels.”
“Bjørneskinnspels var vanlig blant samene.”
syn:bjørnepels
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('bjør'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable in compounds.
Syllables
bjør — Open syllable, primary stress.. nes — Closed syllable.. kinn — Open syllable, geminate consonant.. spels — Closed syllable, consonant cluster onset.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are included in the onset of the syllable whenever possible.
First Syllable Stress
Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable of a word, especially in compounds.
- Geminate consonants ('nn') are common and don't affect syllabification.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation exist but don't alter syllable division.
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