funk sjonshemming
Syllables
fun-k sjons-hem-ming
Pronunciation
/ˈfʊŋkʃɔnsˌhɛmːɪŋ/
Stress
1000
Morphemes
funksjon, hemming + -s-
The word 'funksjonshemming' is a Norwegian compound noun meaning 'disability'. It is divided into four syllables: fun-k sjons-hem-ming, with primary stress on the first syllable. The word is composed of the roots 'funksjon' and 'hemming' connected by a linking vowel. Syllable division follows Norwegian rules favoring open syllables and avoiding unnecessary consonant cluster breaks.
Definitions
- 1
Disability, impairment, functional limitation.
Disability
“Hun har en funksjonshemming som gjør det vanskelig å gå.”
“Vi må jobbe for å fjerne barrierer for personer med funksjonshemming.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('fun').
Syllables
fun — Open syllable, initial syllable, carries primary stress.. k sjons — Closed syllable, contains the 'sj' digraph pronounced as /ʃ/.. hem — Open syllable, contains a geminate consonant in the following syllable.. ming — Closed syllable, final syllable, contains a geminate consonant.
Word Parts
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Vowel Peak
Each syllable contains a vowel sound.
Open Syllable Preference
Norwegian favors syllables ending in a vowel.
Consonant Cluster Avoidance
Consonant clusters are not broken unless complex.
Compound Word Stress
Stress often falls on the first element of a compound word.
- The 'sj' digraph is pronounced as /ʃ/.
- The double 'm' at the end of 'hemming' indicates a geminate consonant.
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