forlisstatistikk
Syllables
for-lis-stat-is-tikk
Pronunciation
/fɔrˈlisːstaˌtisːtikː/
Stress
01001
Morphemes
for + lis + statistikk
The word 'forlisstatistikk' is a compound noun divided into five syllables: for-lis-stat-is-tikk. Stress falls on 'stat'. The division follows onset maximization and vowel-centric rules. It's composed of Old Norse and German morphemes relating to shipwrecks and statistics.
Definitions
- 1
Statistics relating to shipwrecks or maritime losses.
Shipwreck statistics
“Han analyserte forlisstatistikken for å finne mønstre.”
“Forlisstatistikken viste en økning i antall ulykker.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the third syllable ('stat'). Norwegian generally stresses the penultimate syllable in words of this length.
Syllables
for — Open syllable, initial syllable, vowel is short.. lis — Closed syllable, contains a long vowel /iː/.. stat — Closed syllable, primary stressed syllable.. is — Closed syllable, short vowel.. tikk — Closed syllable, contains a long vowel /iː/.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are generally kept together at the beginning of a syllable to maximize the onset.
Vowel-Centric
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Stress-Timing
Stress influences vowel length and clarity, and generally falls on the penultimate syllable.
- The double 's' and 't' do not pose specific syllable division challenges.
- The length of the vowels /iː/ and /aː/ is phonemic and must be accurately transcribed.
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