funksjonshemmet
The word 'funksjonshemmet' is divided into four syllables: funks-jons-hem-met. It's a compound adjective derived from Latin and Old Norse roots, with primary stress on the second syllable. Syllable division follows the principle of maximizing onsets and creating vowel-consonant syllables.
Definitions
- 1
Relating to or denoting a person with a disability.
Disabled, handicapped
“En funksjonshemmet person.”
“Hun er funksjonshemmet etter ulykken.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable (funks-jons-hem-met). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable, but in compounds, stress can shift.
Syllables
funks — Open syllable, onset cluster 'ks' is permissible.. jons — Closed syllable, 'j' is part of the onset.. hem — Closed syllable.. met — Closed syllable.
Word Parts
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Maximize Onsets
Consonant clusters are maintained within the syllable whenever possible.
Vowel-Consonant Syllable
A vowel followed by one or more consonants forms a syllable.
- Norwegian allows some flexibility in syllable division, particularly with consonant clusters.
- Vowel reduction in unstressed syllables is common but doesn't affect syllable division.
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