flertallsbefolkning
Syllables
fle-rt-alls-be-folk-ning
Pronunciation
/flɛrˈtɑlsbəˌfɔlknɪŋ/
Stress
001001
Morphemes
fler- + talls- + -befolkning
The word 'flertallsbefolkning' is a compound noun divided into six syllables: fle-rt-alls-be-folk-ning. Primary stress falls on 'alls'. It's composed of the prefix 'fler-', root 'talls-', and suffix '-befolkning'. Syllable division follows vowel initiation and consonant cluster rules, with potential regional variations in 'r' pronunciation.
Definitions
- 1
The population consisting of multiple groups or categories.
Plural population
“Studien undersøkte flertallsbefolkningens holdninger.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('alls'). Secondary stress is minimal.
Syllables
fle — Open syllable, initiated by a vowel.. rt — Closed syllable, consonant cluster.. alls — Closed syllable, primary stress.. be — Open syllable, initiated by a vowel.. folk — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonants.. ning — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonants.
Word Parts
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Vowel Initiation
Every vowel sound initiates a new syllable.
Consonant Clusters
Pronounceable consonant clusters can be part of a syllable.
- Retroflexion of 'r' in some dialects.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation (e.g., /ɔ/ vs. /o/).
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