formålsparagraf
Syllables
for-måls-pa-ra-graf
Pronunciation
/fɔrˈmɔːlsˌpɑɾɑɡɾɑf/
Stress
01000
Morphemes
formål, paragraf + s
The Norwegian word 'formålsparagraf' (purpose clause) is syllabified as for-måls-pa-ra-graf, with primary stress on 'måls'. It's a compound noun formed from 'formål' and 'paragraf' connected by the genitive 's', following typical Norwegian syllable structure and stress patterns for compound words.
Definitions
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A clause in a legal document or other formal text that specifies the purpose or intent of the document or a particular provision.
Purpose clause, clause of intent
“Formålsparagrafen i loven er tydelig.”
“Vi må vurdere formålsparagrafen nøye.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('måls'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable, but compound words often shift stress to the first element of the final constituent.
Syllables
for — Open syllable, onset consonant /f/, vowel /ɔr/.. måls — Closed syllable, onset consonant /m/, vowel /ɔː/, coda consonant /ls/. Primary stressed syllable.. pa — Open syllable, onset consonant /p/, vowel /ɑ/.. ra — Open syllable, onset consonant /ɾ/, vowel /ɑ/.. graf — Closed syllable, onset consonant /ɡ/, vowel /ɑ/, coda consonant /f/.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Norwegian prefers to include as many consonants as possible in the onset of a syllable.
Vowel Centering
Each syllable generally contains one vowel sound.
Compound Stress
Stress in compound nouns often falls on the first syllable of the final constituent.
- The /ɾ/ sound can vary regionally between an alveolar tap and a trill.
- Some eastern dialects may reduce the vowel in 'måls' to a schwa /ə/.
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