ekspansjonstank
The word 'ekspansjonstank' is a compound noun divided into four syllables: ek-span-sjon-stank. Stress falls on the second syllable. It's morphologically composed of a Latin-derived prefix ('eks-'), root ('pans-'), suffix ('-jon'), and a native Norwegian root ('stank'). Syllabification follows onset maximization and vowel peak principles.
Definitions
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A tank used for the expansion of a fluid, typically in a heating or cooling system.
Expansion tank
“Kontroller at ekspansjonstanken er korrekt installert.”
“Ekspansjonstanken hindrer trykkøkning i systemet.”
syn:Utvidningstank
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('pan-').
Syllables
ek — Open syllable, initial consonant.. span — Closed syllable, containing a consonant cluster.. sjon — Closed syllable, containing the 'sj' cluster.. stank — Closed syllable, containing a consonant cluster.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Attempting to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of each syllable.
Vowel Peak Principle
Each syllable must contain a vowel.
Consonant Cluster Resolution
Handling consonant clusters like 'ks' and 'sj'.
- The 'sj' cluster functions as a single onset.
- Norwegian syllable structure is relatively simple, minimizing exceptions.
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