handelsvitenskap
The word 'handelsvitenskap' is divided into five syllables: han-dels-vi-ten-skap. The stress falls on the first syllable. It's a compound noun formed from 'handel' (trade) and 'vitenskap' (science). Syllabification follows onset maximization and vowel nucleus rules.
Definitions
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The study of commerce, trade, and business.
Commerce science, business studies
“Hun studerer handelsvitenskap på universitetet.”
“Handelsvitenskap er et viktig fag for fremtidige ledere.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the first syllable ('han'). The remaining syllables are unstressed.
Syllables
han — Open syllable, stressed.. dels — Closed syllable, unstressed.. vi — Open syllable, unstressed.. ten — Closed syllable, unstressed.. skap — Closed syllable, unstressed.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Norwegian prefers to maximize the number of consonants in the onset of a syllable.
Vowel Nucleus
Each syllable must contain a vowel nucleus.
Compound Word Syllabification
Compound words are divided based on the morphemic structure and pronunciation.
- The linking vowel '-s-' doesn't form a separate syllable.
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