engangsemballasje
Syllables
en-gangs-em-bal-las-je
Pronunciation
/ˈeŋːɑŋsˌɛmbɑlːɑʃə/
Stress
010010
Morphemes
engangs- + emballasje
The word 'engangsemballasje' is a compound noun divided into six syllables: en-gangs-em-bal-las-je. Stress falls on the penultimate syllable. The division follows Norwegian rules maximizing onsets and dividing after vowels. It consists of the prefix 'engangs-' and the root 'emballasje'.
Definitions
- 1
Packaging intended for single use.
One-time packaging, single-use packaging
“Vi må redusere bruken av engangsemballasje.”
“Butikken tilbyr nå produkter uten engangsemballasje.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable ('bal').
Syllables
en — Open syllable, vowel followed by a consonant.. gangs — Closed syllable, vowel followed by a consonant cluster.. em — Open syllable, vowel followed by a consonant.. bal — Open syllable, vowel followed by a consonant.. las — Closed syllable, vowel followed by a consonant.. je — Open syllable, vowel following a consonant cluster.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Norwegian syllable division generally favors creating syllables with consonant clusters at the beginning (onsets).
Vowel-Consonant Division
Syllables are often divided after a vowel, especially when followed by a consonant.
- The 'ng' cluster is a common and accepted onset in Norwegian.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may exist, but do not affect syllable division.
- The 'sj' cluster is a common feature in Norwegian, representing /ʃ/.
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