fallskjermjeger
The word 'fallskjermjeger' is a compound noun syllabified as fall-skjer-mjeger, with primary stress on 'skjer'. The syllabification follows the principles of maximizing onsets and sonority sequencing, and considers the morphemic structure of the word.
Definitions
- 1
A soldier trained to parachute into enemy territory.
Paratrooper
“Han er en dyktig fallskjermjeger.”
“Fallskjermjegerne landet trygt.”
syn:fallskjermsoldat
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('skjer'). The first and third syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
fall — Open syllable, initial syllable, stressed (weakly).. skjer — Closed syllable, primary stressed syllable.. mjeger — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Similar Words
Maximize Onsets
Syllables attempt to include as many consonants as possible in the onset.
Sonority Sequencing Principle
Consonants are ordered by sonority within the syllable.
Compound Word Syllabification
Compound words are syllabified based on the individual morphemes.
- The 'm' in 'mjeger' is a result of regressive assimilation.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may occur.
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