folkeavstemningsforslag
Syllables
fol-ke-av-stem-nings-for-slag
Pronunciation
/ˈfɔlːkəˌavstɛmːnɪŋsˌfɔʂˈlɑɡ/
Stress
0001101
Morphemes
folke- + avstemnings- + forslag
The word *folkeavstemningsforslag* is a compound noun syllabified as fol-ke-av-stem-nings-for-slag, with primary stress on the penultimate syllable. Syllabification follows the principle of maximizing open syllables and adhering to consonant-vowel patterns. It is composed of *folke-* (of the people), *avstemnings-* (voting), and *forslag* (proposal).
Definitions
- 1
A proposal for a referendum
Referendum proposal
“Regjeringen vurderer et folkeavstemningsforslag om EU-medlemskap.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the penultimate syllable (*nings*).
Syllables
fol — Open syllable, initial syllable.. ke — Open syllable, vowel after consonant.. av — Open syllable, vowel after consonant.. stem — Closed syllable, consonant cluster followed by a vowel.. nings — Closed syllable, consonant cluster followed by a vowel.. for — Open syllable, vowel after consonant.. slag — Closed syllable, consonant cluster at the end of the word.
Word Parts
Maximize Open Syllables
Norwegian prefers syllables ending in vowels whenever possible.
Consonant-Vowel Pattern
Syllables are generally divided after consonants followed by vowels.
- Regional variations in vowel pronunciation may occur, but do not affect the core syllabification.
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