fiendtligsinnet
The word 'fiendtligsinnet' is divided into four syllables: fiend-tlig-sin-net. It's a compound adjective with stress on the second syllable. Syllabification follows Norwegian rules prioritizing onsets and CV/CVC structures. The geminated 'n' and compound nature are key considerations.
Definitions
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Hostile-minded, inimical, unfriendly, antagonistic.
Hostile-minded
“Han hadde en fiendtligsinnet holdning.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('tlig'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable, but compound words often shift the stress.
Syllables
fiend — Open syllable, CV structure.. tlig — Closed syllable, CVC structure.. sin — Open syllable, CV structure with geminated 'n'. net — Closed syllable, CVC structure.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Norwegian syllable division prioritizes creating syllables with consonant onsets whenever possible.
Consonant-Vowel (CV) Structure
Syllables generally follow a CV pattern, with consonants preceding vowels.
Consonant-Vowel-Consonant (CVC) Structure
Syllables can also end in consonants, forming CVC structures.
- Gemination of 'n' in 'sin-' is a common feature and doesn't affect syllabification.
- Compound word structure influences stress placement.
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