grunnerstatning
The Norwegian word 'grunnerstatning' (compensation for damages) is divided into four syllables: grun-ner-stat-ning, with primary stress on the first syllable. It's a compound noun formed from 'grunn-' (reason) and 'erstatning' (compensation). Syllabification follows onset maximization and vowel peak principles.
Definitions
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Compensation paid for damages or losses.
Compensation for damages
“Han krevde grunnerstatning for skadene.”
“Grunnerstatningen ble utbetalt etter rettssaken.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('grun-'). Secondary stress is weak and not consistently marked.
Syllables
grun — Open syllable, stressed.. ner — Closed syllable, unstressed.. stat — Open syllable, unstressed.. ning — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are kept together in the onset of a syllable (e.g., 'gr-', 'stat-').
Vowel Peak
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Sonority Sequencing
Syllable structure follows the sonority sequencing principle.
- The geminate 'rr' indicates a lengthened consonant sound, but doesn't affect syllable division.
- Norwegian syllable division generally prioritizes maximizing onsets.
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