grunnlovsbestemmelse
Syllables
grunn-lov-sbestem-mel-se
Pronunciation
/ˈɡrʉnːlɔvsbɛstɛmːɛlsə/
Stress
01000
Morphemes
grunnlovsbestem + else
The word 'grunnlovsbestemmelse' is a complex Norwegian noun formed from multiple morphemes. It is syllabified based on onset maximization and vowel-centric principles, with primary stress on the second syllable ('lov'). The word's structure reflects its compound nature and Old Norse origins.
Definitions
- 1
A formal set of rules and principles governing a state or organization.
Constitution
“Den norske grunnloven ble vedtatt i 1814.”
“Grunnlovsbestemmelse om ytringsfrihet er viktig.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('lov'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable, but compound words often shift the stress.
Syllables
grunn — Open syllable, containing a long vowel and a nasal consonant. Unstressed.. lov — Closed syllable, containing a short vowel and a voiced fricative. Primary stressed syllable.. sbestem — Closed syllable, containing a short vowel and a voiced stop. Unstressed.. mel — Open syllable, containing a short vowel and a nasal consonant. Unstressed.. se — Open syllable, containing a schwa vowel. Unstressed.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Norwegian prefers to maximize the number of consonants in the onset of a syllable, leading to consonant clusters being grouped together.
Vowel-Centric Syllables
Each syllable generally contains one vowel sound, guiding the division around vowel nuclei.
Compound Word Stress
Stress often shifts to the second element in compound words, influencing the perceived syllable boundaries.
- The double consonants (nn, mm) create heavier syllables.
- Regional variations in pronunciation might affect vowel qualities but not the core syllabification.
- The genitive 's' is treated as part of the preceding syllable.
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