grunnforutsetning
Syllables
grunn-for-u-tset-ning
Pronunciation
/ɡrʊnːfɔrˈuːtˌsætnɪŋ/
Stress
01000
Morphemes
grunn- + set- + -ning
The word 'grunnforutsetning' is a compound noun divided into five syllables: grunn-for-u-tset-ning. The primary stress falls on 'for'. It's formed from Old Norse roots and suffixes, meaning 'prerequisite'. Syllabification follows Norwegian rules of maximizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
A fundamental condition, prerequisite, or basic assumption.
Prerequisite, fundamental assumption, precondition.
“En viktig grunnforutsetning for suksess er hardt arbeid.”
“Vi må diskutere grunnforutsetningene for prosjektet.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('for'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable, but compound words often shift the stress.
Syllables
grunn — Closed syllable, containing a long vowel and a nasal consonant.. for — Open syllable, primary stressed syllable.. u — Open syllable, containing a long vowel.. tset — Closed syllable, containing a consonant cluster and a short vowel.. ning — Closed syllable, containing a nasal consonant and a short vowel.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are generally included in the onset of the following syllable.
Vowel Nucleus
Each syllable must contain a vowel nucleus.
Avoid Stranded Consonants
Consonants are not left at the end of a syllable unless they form part of a consonant cluster.
- The double 'n' in 'grunn' can have slight pronunciation variations.
- Regional variations in the pronunciation of /uː/ may exist.
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