enkeltmannspakke
Syllables
enk-elt-manns-pak-ke
Pronunciation
/ˈæŋkəlˌmɑnːspakːə/
Stress
10000
Morphemes
enkelt + mannspakke
The Norwegian word 'enkeltmannspakke' is a compound noun meaning 'single-person package'. It is syllabified as 'enk-elt-manns-pak-ke' with primary stress on the first syllable ('enkelt'). Syllable division follows the principles of onset maximization and vowel peak, typical of Norwegian phonology. The word is composed of the morphemes 'enkelt' (single), 'manns' (man's), and 'pakke' (package).
Definitions
- 1
A package specifically designed for a single person, often containing personal items or a gift.
Single-person package
“Jeg fikk en enkeltmannspakke i posten.”
“Hun pakket en enkeltmannspakke til turen.”
ant:Fellespakke
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('enkelt'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable of a word, especially in compounds.
Syllables
enk — Open syllable, stressed.. elt — Closed syllable, unstressed.. manns — Closed syllable, unstressed.. pak — Closed syllable, unstressed.. ke — Open syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are included in the onset of the following syllable whenever possible.
Vowel Peak
Each syllable must contain a vowel, forming the syllable's nucleus.
Compound Word Syllabification
Compound words are often syllabified based on the individual morphemes that compose them.
- The double 'n' in 'manns' doesn't affect syllable division.
- Regional dialects might exhibit minor vowel quality variations.
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