holdningsløshet
The word 'holdningsløshet' is divided into four syllables: hol-dnings-løs-het. It's a complex noun formed from multiple morphemes, with primary stress on the second syllable. Syllable division follows onset maximization and vowel peak principles.
Definitions
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Lack of attitude, irresponsibility, recklessness
Irresponsibility, lack of attitude
“Hans holdningsløshet førte til ulykken.”
“Det er bekymringsfullt å se slik holdningsløshet blant ungdommen.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the second syllable ('dnings'). Norwegian generally stresses the first syllable, but the length and complexity of the initial syllable and the following suffixes cause the stress to shift.
Syllables
hol — Open syllable, onset consonant cluster.. dnings — Closed syllable, long vowel, consonant cluster.. løs — Open syllable, long vowel.. het — Closed syllable, short vowel.
Word Parts
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Onset Maximization
Consonant clusters are kept together at the beginning of a syllable.
Vowel Peak
Each syllable must contain a vowel sound.
Syllable Weight
Norwegian allows for both light and heavy syllables, influencing stress.
- The genitive '-s-' is often treated as part of the preceding syllable.
- The word's length and complex morphology require careful consideration of morpheme boundaries.
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