elefantstøttann
The word 'elefantstøttann' is a compound noun divided into five syllables: e-le-fant-støtt-ann. Stress falls on the second syllable. Syllabification follows onset maximization and vowel-centric rules, with consideration for the geminate consonant in 'støtt'.
Definitions
- 1
The tusk of an elephant.
Elephanttann
“Elefantstøttannen er laget av elfenben.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('fant').
Syllables
e-le — Open syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. fant — Closed syllable, consonant cluster followed by vowel.. støtt — Closed syllable, consonant cluster followed by vowel, geminate consonant.. ann — Open syllable, consonant followed by vowel.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Norwegian prefers to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of a syllable.
Vowel-Centric Syllabification
Each syllable must contain a vowel nucleus.
Geminate Consonant Handling
Geminate consonants are treated as a single, lengthened consonant within the syllable.
- Compound noun structure influences syllabification and stress.
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