brennevinshandel
Syllables
brenn-e-vin-shandel
Pronunciation
/ˈbrɛnːəˌvɪnʃhɑnːdəl/
Stress
1000
Morphemes
brenn-evin + -shandel
The word 'brennevinshandel' is a Norwegian compound noun meaning 'spirits trade'. It is divided into four syllables: brenn-e-vin-shandel, with primary stress on the first syllable. The morphemes derive from Old Norse and German roots. Syllable division follows the principles of maximizing onsets and separating vowel sequences.
Definitions
- 1
The trade or business of spirits (alcoholic beverages).
Spirits trade, liquor trade
“Han jobber i brennevinshandel.”
“Brennevinshandelen er strengt regulert.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('brenn-'). The remaining syllables are unstressed or receive secondary stress.
Syllables
brenn — Open syllable, stressed, contains a long vowel.. e — Open syllable, unstressed, schwa vowel.. vin — Open syllable, unstressed.. shandel — Closed syllable, unstressed, contains a consonant cluster.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are kept together at the beginning of a syllable whenever possible.
Vowel Sequences
Each vowel generally forms a separate syllable, unless part of a diphthong.
Syllable Weight
Long vowels and consonant clusters can influence syllable weight and pronunciation.
- The pronunciation of 'sh' can vary regionally.
- The double 'n' lengthens the preceding vowel.
- Compound word stress patterns can be complex, but generally follow the rule of initial stress.
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